Commercial Litigation Paralegal
Young Conaway Stargatt & Taylor, LLP is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal for a position in our Commercial Litigation section. In this position, you will be providing litigation and trial support for the section’s complex commercial cases, including patent infringement cases. The work is stimulating, rewarding and fast-paced.
This is a non-exempt position. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 10:00 am-6:30 pm, with one hour for lunch. Flexibility to work weekends and overtime is needed, mostly during trial.
Position Requirements: Qualified candidates will have the following:
- College degree (required for paralegal position)
- Previous paralegal and litigation experience
- E-filing experience in federal (Pacer) and state courts
- Excellent technology aptitude and skills
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint
- Motivation to excel
- Superior attention to detail and excellent organizational and time management skills
- Proven ability to:
- Work independently and as part of a team
- Meet deadlines and multitask
- Effectively self-manage in a fast-paced work environment
- Proven ability to apply knowledge, training and good judgment to assignments and projects
- Excellent oral & written communication skills;
- Schedule flexibility when required (usually for trials)
Daily Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Preparing and e-filing pleadings
- Confirming and tracking critical deadlines, including court-ordered dates
- Daily case maintenance
- Drafting routine pleadings.
- Factual and docket research
- Hearing and trial preparation and management
- Client and co-counsel contact
- Other projects as necessary
We provide competitive pay, a generous benefits package (including medical, prescription and dental plans without waiting period, and parking/commuting allowance) and a professional environment with numerous opportunities for professional experience and growth.
To be considered for this exciting and rewarding opportunity, e-mail your resume to [email protected]. Please be sure to include your salary requirements.
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Young Conaway Stargatt & Taylor, LLP, the second largest law firm in Delaware, with its headquarters in the heart of Wilmington on Rodney Square, is looking for an experienced Bankruptcy Paralegal to join its dynamic Bankruptcy section and its close-knit team of like-minded para professionals.
The Bankruptcy Paralegal will work with and provide support to the attorneys representing debtors, creditors, committees and other parties in large Chapter 11 cases in Delaware and other jurisdictions. The Bankruptcy Paralegal will draft legal documents; prepare daily docket paper flow; file documents with the courts (including appellate courts) through the CM/ECF system; monitor statutory and other important deadlines; maintain critical dates calendars and coordinate schedules; prepare hearing and trial materials, including hearing agendas and binders; and communicate with other parties in interest.
This is an hourly full-time support staff position (7.5 hours per day/37.5 hours per week), with overtime to be expected and compensated accordingly.
Duties and Daily Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
- Developing and maintaining computer proficiency with all applications required by the job
- Working collaboratively with attorneys, paralegals and other staff to ensure our clients and co-counsel receive superior service and attention
- Assisting with new case filings, working closely with others as appropriate
- Preparing, drafting, e-filing and serving documents
- Assisting counsel with hearing preparation, etc.
- E-filing using CM/ECF in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware and the United States District Court for the District of Delaware and in certain other courts, including outside Delaware
- Communicating with co-counsel and creditors
- Assisting with preparation and e-filing of petitions, resolutions, first day pleadings and drafts
- Coordinating with other professionals and clients to prepare exhibits and documents to be filed
- Preparing fee applications and related materials
- Maintaining case and critical date calendars and working group lists
- Working closely with attorneys and staff (including in other practice groups) on matters related to bankruptcy cases
- Performing searches on various databases and case dockets
Requirements:
- College degree and at least three years of a bankruptcy paralegal experience
- Flexibility and availability for overtime
- Familiarity with local rules of various courts
- Proficiency in e-filing using CM/ECF in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court, U.S. District Court and the U.S. Court of Appeals
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Proven ability to prioritize multiple projects, meet overlapping deadlines and deal with interruptions and time constraints
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Proven ability to work in a team environment and independently
At Young Conaway, you will find a beautiful facility and a dynamic and friendly professional environment with ample opportunity for experience, development and growth.
We offer competitive compensation commensurate with skill level and experience; excellent comprehensive benefits package, including immediate coverage under our medical, dental and vision plans, parking/commuting allowance, 401K plan and generous paid time off.
To apply for the position, please submit your resume and your salary expectations (required) to [email protected].
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Billing Services Coordinator
Young Conaway Stargatt & Taylor is seeking an experienced Billing Services Coordinator to join our Accounting team. Billing Services Coordinator reports to the Accounting Supervisor and Director of Accounting and Finance and works closely with the Senior Billing Services Coordinator on all the billing needs and functions of the firm; assists personnel inside and outside the department in solving all accounting-related issues.
This is a non-exempt, full-time, on-site position, with 8:30 am-5 pm schedule and occasional late shift on a rotating basis for coverage.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Prepare bills using Elite 3E billing software.
- Prepare electronic bills to clients via their designated electronic billing systems utilizing eBillingHub.
- Work with LEDES files and electronic billing on multiple platforms.
- Submit timekeepers and rates for client approval as needed.
- Verify transmission of e-bills and maintain files.
- Resolve issues arising from transmitted bills (rejections, deductions).
- Respond to client and attorney billing inquiries.
- Support and train other billers as needed.
- Work directly with Accounting staff to ensure client payments are properly applied to outstanding invoices.
- Assist with other accounting duties as needed.
Requirements:
- 2+ years of billing experience, preferably at a law firm.
- Experience with Elite 3E software helpful.
- Strong interpersonal skills; able to work well with all levels of law firm personnel.
- Strong customer service skills required.
- Able to work in a team environment, as well as independently.
At Young Conaway, you will find a beautiful facility in the heart of Rodney Square; and a dynamic and friendly professional environment with ample opportunities for experience, development and growth.
We offer competitive compensation commensurate with skill level and experience; excellent comprehensive benefits package, including immediate coverage under our medical, dental & vision plans, parking/commuting allowance, 401K plan and generous paid time off.
To apply for the position, please submit your resume and salary requirements (required)to [email protected].
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