Job Description

At K&L Gates, we are looking for smart, imaginative and hard-working people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and ideas to join us. Perhaps our search for talented visionaries and your search for important and impactful work lead to the same place.We are seeking a Litigation Paralegal to join the Pittsburgh office. The Litigation Paralegal assists lawyers, performing a variety of information management functions and factual investigation. The position is responsible for coordinating practice support for a designated client or group of clients, including contributing to preparation of client budgets and billings. This person has demonstrated the ability to manage all aspects of a deal or case within his or her area of expertise and may supervise or train other paralegals or project assistants as needed.KEY RELATIONSHIPS
Supervising partner(s), practice group chairs, lawyers, Director of Administration, Firmwide Director of Paralegals, Paralegal Manager, paralegals, and external clientsESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Examines, organizes, analyzes, and summarizes information relating to particular questions and organizes its communication into a logical and usable work product
• Investigates factual issues by using a variety of sources, including libraries, websites, client repositories, and other outside sources
• Maintains client-, matter-, or practice-group-specific resources in electronic format or hard copy
• Assists in all aspects of the deal or case, including, but not limited to, drafting transactional documents and pleadings, coordinating document productions, administering trusts and estates, assisting with real estate transactions, and creating and maintaining spreadsheets
• Maintains all administrative standards set by the firm, including the preparation and submittal of daily time entries, attendance at administrative meetings, legal keying all client relevant/firm information, and other administrative tasks as assigned
• Communicates and enforces firm policies as necessary
• Coordinates with vendors and service providers for outside services, if necessary, following the firm\xe2\x80\x99s procurement policies
• Delegates work assignments and monitors workloads and capacity of timekeepers and other support personnel as necessary
• Contributes to the preparation of client budgets, reviews proformas, and coordinates with firm\xe2\x80\x99s accounting and billing departments to provide regular billing support for client(s) as directed by the supervising partner
• Manages and trains project assistants and administrative staff as necessary
• Develops procedures and systems to provide effective legal services
• Provides input regarding hiring and performance reviews
• Meets all responsibilities of a Senior Paralegal experienced in the specific practice area supported by this position

ADDITIONAL DUTIESEXPERIENCE SKILLS REQUIRED

• College Degree preferred with at least 5 years of paralegal experience in the relevant subject area
• Leadership and management skills
• Ability to follow detailed instruction and handle complex work
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and specific practice-group technology
• Must be able to produce accurate results
• Ability to anticipate, plan, and prioritize work while managing competing demands to meet deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to meet obligations with confidentiality, integrity, and sensitivity
• High attention to detail and the ability to follow up on assignments with little or no guidance from leadership
• Critical thinking skills sufficient to make independent decisions regarding daily work tasks
• Ability to bring problems, concerns, or discrepancies to the attention of the supervising lawyer
• Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and Excel
• Must be current in practice area industry trends and in the legal profession

ADDITIONAL ABILITIES REQUIRED

• In addition to the generic qualities and skills discussed above, candidates for practice area specific positions may require certain educational credentials and skills. These candidates are expected to have academic expertise in the practice area of interest as well as the generic skills previously described.
• This job operates in an office setting and is largely sedentary, requiring the routine use of a computer and other standard office equipment. The ability to open file cabinets, lift files, bend and stand on a stool may also be required.

Compensation Salary $90,000 - $135,000The compensation salary for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to prior experience, relevant expertise, current business needs, and market factors.ABOUT THE FIRMK&L Gates is a fully integrated global law firm with lawyers located across five continents in more than 40 offices. We have experienced dramatic growth in the past decade and now rank among the largest U.S. based law firms in the world. We take pride in constantly striving for innovation, imagination and an entrepreneurial spirit. We come up with big ideas and then roll up our sleeves to get the job done, guiding our clients through their most complex issues in a variety of industry sectors and across multiple regions of the world.The industry recognition the firm has garnered emanates from the foundation of a global community aligned on behalf of our clients. The people at K&L Gates are committed to working together to create a legacy for each other, the firm, our clients, and the communities in which we serve. We thrive in an inclusive and socially conscious environment that embraces diversity and takes a holistic approach to the career evolution of all our professionals.For more information or to view other job opportunities, please click to go back to our careers page.Notice: We participate in E-Verify in certain Firm locations for purposes of verifying employment eligibility.BENEFITSK&L Gates offers our personnel a comprehensive suite of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time personnel include:

• Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage (including a Health Savings Account feature)

• Back-up Child/Elder Care and access to a caregiving concierge

• Dental Insurance

• Wellness Program

• Vision Insurance

• Pre-tax Commuting Benefits

• 401(k) Retirement Plan and Profit Sharing

• Business Travel Accident Insurance

• Short- and Long-term Disability Protection

• Pet Insurance

• Life Insurance (including Basic, Supplemental, Spouse, Child, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment)

• Health Advocacy Services

• Paid Time Off (20 days/year through first 4 years of employment; 25 days/year after 5 years of employment)

• Identity Protection/Restoration and Fraud Insurance

• Parental Leave (18 weeks of which 6 are paid; short-term disability may provide additional paid time off)

• Student loan refinancing options and access to a student loan concierge service

• Paid Holidays (12)

• Addiction Resources

• Family Building Benefits

• Breast Milk Delivery and Lactation Support Services

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Employees also may be eligible to receive bonuses and certain expense reimbursements

• Employee Assistance Program

• Professional Development and CLE Credit Opportunities

• 529 Deductions

• Relocation

• Accident Insurance

• Employee Referral Program

• Critical Illness Insurance

• Hybrid/Remote Work Opportunities

• Hospital Indemnity Insurance

• Perks including: Technology, Entertainment, and Travel Discount Programs

• Bereavement Leave

• All other benefits (such as leaves of absence) required by law

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYThe Firm is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, competence, and business need. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by a person\xe2\x80\x99s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related conditions), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. This policy governs all aspects of employment including, without limitation, recruiting, hiring, compensation, benefits, promotion, assignment, and dismissal. In addition, it is the Firm\xe2\x80\x99s policy to provide an environment that is free of all unlawful harassment including, without limitation, that based on sex, race, age, disability, or national origin. The Firm complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact .

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