DA Paralegal

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\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003eThis position is primarily accountable for billable project work in support of the Data Analytics (\u0026ldquo;DA\u0026rdquo;) team. This role performs work under the supervision of a Littler Attorney.\u0026nbsp; The billable hours expectation for this role is at least 1,500 hours per year.\u003c/p\u003e
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\u003cli\u003e\u0026nbsp;Responsible for receiving, \u0026ldquo;cleaning,\u0026rdquo; and loading client data for Littler\u0026rsquo;s data-based technological solutions.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eResponsible for assisting other data analysts to assess the completeness of client data and spreadsheets and helping to develop recommendations to attorneys regarding additional data necessary for analysis.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eResponsible for receiving employment related data in Excel and other formats and checking its internal reliability and consistency using Excel, Access and other database tools.\u0026nbsp; The results of the auditing are provided to clients, placing a primacy on the accuracy and completeness of those cross checks.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eResponsible for conducting exposure assessments, creating class lists, extracting data for discovery, and other computational analyses using client data and standard statistical modeling.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eResponsible for creating and maintaining settlement databases, including monitoring for duplicate claimants, determining settlement amounts for individual claimants, and communicating with case teams and opposing counsel re settlement issues.\u003c/li\u003e
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\u003cp style=\u0022padding-left: 30px;\u0022\u003eResponsible for analyzing client data and spreadsheets using pre-established Excel procedures for compliance and audits.\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp style=\u0022padding-left: 30px;\u0022\u003eResponsible for interfacing with the client to help resolve consistency issues, obtain appropriately formatted data, or follow up regarding results of analysis.\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp style=\u0022padding-left: 30px;\u0022\u003eResponsible for being involved in the statistical evaluation of group termination decisions arising out of reductions in force and compensation differences.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp style=\u0022padding-left: 30px;\u0022\u003eResponsible for using critical evaluative skills to analyze employment and payroll related data and ensure that the data is internally reliable and consistent.\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp style=\u0022padding-left: 30px;\u0022\u003eResponsible for reviewing, manipulating and transforming data using Excel, Access, Stata, or SQL Server Tools.\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp style=\u0022padding-left: 30px;\u0022\u003eResponsible for complying with all security protocols of Littler and its clients.\u003c/p\u003e
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\u003cli\u003ePerform such other/additional duties as may from time to time be assigned.\u003c/li\u003e
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\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTECHNICAL SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
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\u003cli\u003eMust have strong knowledge of MS Excel, including the ability to run pivot tables, subtotals, link spreadsheets, use formulas, perform multiple level sorts and run macros.\u0026nbsp; Additionally, must have strong knowledge of MS Word and Outlook.\u0026nbsp; Familiarity with PowerPoint also helpful.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eExperience with Excel Macros, VBA, SharePoint, Stata and SQL a plus. Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eAbility to proofread typed materials and completed analyses for numerical, grammatical, typographical and spelling errors.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eInterpersonal skills necessary to communicate and follow the instructions effectively from a diverse group of clients, attorneys and staff, and provide information with ordinary courtesy and tact.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eAttention to detail and accuracy, particularly with data input and data manipulation.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eWork occasionally requires an ability to accurately manage multiple tasks on tight deadlines when answering a high volume of requests for information and performing essential duties.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eAbility to operate standard office equipment, including personal computer, printer, copier, scanner, facsimile and telephone.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eWork occasionally requires more than 40 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the position.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eRegular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eDemonstrated ability to work independently. Must be passionate about data and not afraid to ask questions.\u003c/li\u003e
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\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS:\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003eRequired: Bachelor\u0026rsquo;s degree or certificate from an accredited paralegal program\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Preferred:\u003c/strong\u003e At least five years\u0026rsquo; experience as a paralegal in a law firm or corporate law department or data analytics group.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;WORKING CONDITIONS (Environment within which the work is performed):\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. HYBRID:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003eThis position will be following a hybrid work schedule with the flexibility of working remotely and in-office. Management will determine work schedule and may alter schedule to align with business needs. Office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, temperature and the like. This position will comply with all Firm policies including the Hybrid obligations of the Firm\u0026rsquo;s Employee Information Governance Policy.\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEMPLOYMENT WITH LITTLER MENDELSON:\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003eAll employees are expected to adhere to the Firm\u0027s personnel policies and procedures, according to the Professional Staff Employee Handbook.\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003eThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the job and do not represent that all such duties will be performed by all individuals who hold the job. The list of accountabilities and their related duties is not exhaustive in that incumbents may be assigned other duties in addition to those shown.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSCOPE OF JOB DESCRIPTION AND MODIFICATIONS:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003eThis job description does not limit the tasks that an employee may reasonably be requested to perform. Substantive changes to this job description may be necessary to meet the changing business needs of the firm.\u0026nbsp; Notwithstanding this Position Description, all Littler Mendelson employees are at-will employees \u0026ndash; each may resign at any time and for any reason, and the firm is free to terminate the employee at any time, with or without cause and with or without notice.\u003c/p\u003e,EqualOpportunityEmployerDescription:null,PayTransparencyPolicyStatement:null,MatchScore:1.0,HasApplied:false,ApplicationJobBoardName:null,ApplicationJobBoardId:null,DateApplied:null,Salaried:false,CompensationAmount:null,PublishingStatus:1,Links:[],BehaviorCriteria:[],MotivationCriteria:[],EducationCriteria:[{Required:false,Related:false,DegreeId:3919a4d3-b270-490b-af35-fa61515ba911,DegreeName:Bachelors,MajorId:5a35aa5a-4fd2-4f1e-8522-772eca70ff0a,MajorName:Paralegal Studies}],LicenseAndCertificationCriteria:[{Required:false,LicenseAndCertificationId:d79041fd-7601-4304-a28f-f7bbf12ade88,LicenseAndCertificationName:Certified Paralegal}],SkillCriteria:[],WorkExperienceCriteria:[],JobBoardMemberships:[{JobBoardId:2e3d7edd-7174-48cf-a542-539119bbcf9f,PublishedInternal:true,PublishedExternal:false,ExternalPostedDate:null,InternalPostedDate:2022-05-19T01:37:12.337Z},{JobBoardId:631c7b72-f9c7-4adf-9109-9967ce8334e4,PublishedInternal:true,PublishedExternal:true,ExternalPostedDate:2022-05-19T01:37:12.337Z,InternalPostedDate:2022-05-19T01:37:12.337Z}],AssessmentUri:null,AssessmentStatus:null,OpportunityIsClosed:false,TravelRequired:null,TravelDescription:null,SupervisorName:null,Assessments:[],ApplicationId:null,CompensationAnnualMinimum:null,CompensationAnnualMaximum:null,CompensationHourlyMinimum:null,CompensationHourlyMaximum:null,CompensationCurrency:null});

Company info

Littler Mendelson P.C
Website : https://www.littler.com/