Litigation Paralegal (Mclean, VA)

Litigation Paralegal

Litigation Paralegal The candidate will perform specifically delegated substantive legal work for which a lawyer is responsible. Will perform paralegal duties and responsibilities as directed by group leader and other attorneys. Research analyze and summarize law sources such as statutes recorded judicial decisions legal articles treatises constitutions legal codes and law-related information relevant to practice area. Receive and follow complex instructions. Draft and prepare legal documents appropriate to practice area. Take appropriate action to monitor and meet deadlines. Perform all assignments in strict compliance with ethical guideline governing the practice of law. The candidate should ideally have Graduation from a four-year college or university with a bachelor s degree and certificate of completion from a paralegal training program American Bar Association (ABA) approval or any equivalent combination of training education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position. Should demonstrate strong organizational and writing skills. Must demonstrate the ability to read analyze and interpret common technical journals financial reports legal and legislative documents. Must be able to respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients regulatory agencies or members of the business community. Should possess communication skills needed to effectively present information to senior level attorneys top management clients and peers groups. Familiarity with court and filing requirements of Northern Virginia is required.