Paralegal

Responsibilities

We are looking for a skilled paralegal to be an integral part of our organization, who will be responsible for coordination of all the details before, during and after trial. The successful candidate will be able to provide assistance during all phases of the litigation process including conducting interviews, legal research, document filing and attending trials.

Conduct pre-claim investigation, legal research and initial case assessments

Draft pleadings, motions and appellate documents and file them with the court

Perform administrative duties (calendar hearings and deadlines, organise case files, manage logistics etc.)

Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes

Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs and appendices

Aid attorneys with interrogatories and other discovery requests

Gather relevant information from a variety of sources

Liaise between trial teams and internal/external third parties

Help with voir dire, jury selection and witnesses preparation

Provide assistance with case settlement

Requirements

Proven working experience as a paralegal

Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules and procedures, practices etc.

Highly organised with ability to juggle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Strong writing and communication skills along with attention to detail

Extensive computer and database expertise

Paralegal associates degree or other relevant certification

Should be fluent with Arabic language: speak, read, and write.