Overview
McGuireWoods’ Financial Services Litigation Group is seeking a Case Assistant to join its team in San Francisco. Historically, this position has been filled by a recent college graduate who is interested in attending law school. A two-year commitment is requested. A strong candidate for this position is highly organized, has superb written and verbal communication skills, has a high degree of discretion, and is eager to learn.
McGuireWoods, one of the world’s leading law firms, has provided legal solutions to corporate, individual and nonprofit clients since 1834. Along with excellent benefits, McGuireWoods offers most employees a hybrid remote option allowing flexibility and work-life balance. Our Applicant Disclosures describe your rights. Our Privacy Statement describes how we will process and safeguard your personal data.
Responsibilities
- Performs basic factual research and investigation related to client matters and other due diligence as appropriate, utilizing LEXIS, Westlaw, or other relevant research platforms.
- Collects, organizes and maintains documents and files related to legal matters, including documents received from the client, opposing parties or other sources.
- Manages calendars, docket and tickler systems, and assists in meeting deadlines.
- Organizes, labels and files electronic and hard copies of case materials as directed.
- Researches and retrieves documents from case management systems (CaseMap, FileSite, eRoom, Pacer, and Relativity) as requested.
- Maintains and organizes supplies to support client matters, including distribution of supplies and case files for special projects/events such as trial and on-site document reviews, collections and productions.
- Maintains and retrieves case files as requested and prepares closed matters for off-site storage.
- Coordinates with case team and the e-discovery vendor on all aspects of data collection, production, and electronic file management.
- Assists attorneys and Senior Paralegals in coordinating the document review team/schedule.
- Organizes exhibits and witness files pre/post deposition.
- Assists with document collection and maintaining e-rooms.
- Processes production letters and other case correspondence and pleadings.
- Organizes document productions and prepares indices of document productions.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree and strong academic record.
- Excellent technical skills and experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.) is required.
- Strong attention to detail and accurate filing skills.
- Willingness and desire to work with innovative technology platforms - our employees also have access to Harvey, a legal-specific AI tool that reduces time spent on routine tasks, allowing you to focus on more meaningful, high-impact work.
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