Paralegal and Legal Assistant

Job Title: Paralegal and Legal Assistant Location: Rochester, NY Duration: 24 months contract Job Description: · Conducting legal research using electronic databases (Westlaw, Lexis), as well as traditional methods. Responsibilities: · Conduct verdict searches. · Review discovery responses, and prepare and assemble document production, including redacting documents, as necessary. · Draft correspondence. · Draft and assemble briefs and motions, including tables, affidavits, exhibits, and other documents. · Assist AAG with trial preparation including digesting deposition transcripts and organizing and uploading trial motions and exhibits. · Maintain and develop a spreadsheet to track cases and discovery production. · Prepare and electronically file documents to NYSCEF. · Learn and use an intra-office electronic filing system. · Copy and scan documents as necessary. · Perform other duties as assigned. Experience: · 1+ years’ experience in paralegal or legal support. Skills: · The candidate must have the ability to multi-task, organize and prioritize work, set priorities, and independently manage deadlines. · Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (PDF creation tools, outlook, word, excel, SharePoint) is a plus. Education: · High School Diploma. About US Tech Solutions: US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To learn more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com.