Clayton, Missouri; Las Vegas, Nevada; Salt Lake City, Utah Legal Staff Labor & c Full Time 5355 No
Job Description Position Summary
Ogletree Deakins, one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management, has an opportunity for a litigation paralegal seeking a role with increased flexibility without giving up the challenge of a full-cycle litigation practice. Working with a small dedicated team of attorneys servicing the firm’s largest client, this litigation paralegal will focus on defending the client in wage and hour individual arbitrations. Core responsibilities will regularly include, but will not be limited to, project administration, reporting, managing litigation, preparing and summarizing documents, organizing case and project files, managing discovery-related activities, using automation to create draft motions, witness outlines and other documents for attorney review. The successful candidate must reside proximate to St. Louis, MO, Las Vegas, NV, or Salt Lake City, UT and this position may be remote or hybrid.
We are fully committed to the importance of diversity within the legal profession, as well as all workplace environments and strongly encourage the interest of diverse candidates in the firm. Ogletree Deakins paralegals are part of a robust paralegal program with opportunities for growth, professional development and bonuses.
Requirements
Paralegal certification / degree from accredited college or university is preferred. Paralegal experience is preferred, in particular working in a labor/employment practice and Class Action/PAGA matters. Proficient in all Microsoft applications, including but not limited to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams; Lexis-Nexis and WestLaw, Document Management System, expense and billing systems. Experience working with SmartSheet is preferred. Must have the ability to work independently and take initiative on tasks/projects with minimal supervision. Must be a self-learner with the motivation to continuously develop skillsets, particularly pertaining to ever-changing software and technology.
Please note, we are not working with outside recruiters for this position.
Benefits
Ogletree Deakins offers a robust suite of benefits for our Staff including: Paid Time Off, Sick Time, a 401(k) matching program, Profit Sharing, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, affordable Health and Life Insurance including Dental & Vision coverage, Health Savings Account /Flexible Spending Accounts to help offset the cost of dependent care and/or health care expenses, Tuition Reimbursement and an Employee Assistance Program.
Firm Overview
Ogletree Deakins is one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management in all types of employment-related legal matters. Premier client service, as outlined in the firm’s Client Pledge, is one of the firm’s top priorities and a cornerstone of its core values. Best Law Firms® has named Ogletree Deakins a “Law Firm of the Year” for 13 consecutive years. In the 2024 edition, the publication named Ogletree Deakins its “Law Firm of the Year” in the Employment Law - Management category. Ogletree Deakins has more than 950 attorneys located in 59 offices across the United States and in Europe, Canada, and Mexico. The firm represents a diverse range of clients, including many of the Fortune 50 companies in the U.S.
We are fully committed to the importance of diversity within the legal profession, as well as all workplace environments and strongly encourage the interest of diverse candidates in the firm.
