Paralegal - Labor and Employment
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP · Boston, MA
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- Full-time
- $99,200 / year
- Boston, MA
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Paralegal - Labor and Employment
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP · Boston, MA
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Job highlights
- Support labor and employment law cases directly.
- Manage and analyze legal documents and data.
- Assist with discovery, filings, and trial preparation.
- Collaborate with legal teams and external vendors.
- Gain experience in a top global law firm.
About the role
Paralegal - Labor and Employment
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, a leading global law firm, is seeking Paralegals for its Labor & Employment Practice Group. This role offers a critical opportunity to work directly with partners, associates, and other paralegals, playing a vital part in legal research, document preparation, case management, client communication, and trial preparation.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain and manage electronic data document collections, including searching, analyzing data using computer-assisted review technologies, and communicating with data custodians.
- Review and prepare documents, reports, and correspondence.
- Assist with discovery requests and productions, including Bates labeling, redacting information, organizing productions, and creating production logs.
- Support the drafting, proofing, editing, and filing of court documents using eFile systems.
- Handle subpoena preparation and service of process.
- Cite-check and Bluebook briefs and other legal documents.
- Create tables of authority and tables of contents for court filings.
- Track and communicate case-related dates and information, ensuring proper calendaring with the Litigation Docketing Department.
- Assist with witness preparation and the assembly of binders/folders for depositions and trials.
- Assemble and track deposition, hearing, and trial exhibits.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Experience And Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (B.A.) or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum 1–4 years of experience in a litigation environment, preferably with labor and employment law.
- Prior experience in a law firm, legal, or other client service environment is highly desired.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and PDF software.
- Familiarity with iManage is a plus.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, and strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work autonomously and effectively in a team environment.
- Capacity to adapt to change and balance competing demands.
- Understanding of litigation support systems such as WestLaw, WestLaw Case Notebook, Lexis/Nexis, and Relativity is strongly desired.
- Flexibility to work overtime as needed.
- Interest in pursuing a career in the legal or business community.
Benefits / Why Join Us
Morgan Lewis offers competitive salaries and attractive benefits, rewarding exceptional performance and recognizing the talent and experience of its people. Benefits include medical coverage, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, domestic partner coverage, parental leave, vacation and holiday leave, life and accident insurance, and income protection (sick leave, salary continuation, long-term disability).
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply online via the Morgan Lewis website (www.morganlewis.com) by selecting “Careers.”
Key skills/competency
- Labor and Employment Law
- Litigation Support
- Document Management
- Legal Research
- Case Management
- E-Discovery
- Trial Preparation
- Client Communication
- Legal Document Drafting
- Microsoft Office Suite
Skills & topics
- Paralegal
- Labor Law
- Employment Law
- Litigation
- Legal Research
- Document Management
- Discovery
- Trial Preparation
- Law Firm
- Legal Support
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your litigation experience, legal software proficiency (WestLaw, Relativity), and client service background. Emphasize your Bachelor's degree and 1-4 years of relevant experience.
- Craft a compelling cover letter: Express your interest in labor and employment law and your eagerness to contribute to Morgan Lewis's team. Showcase your ability to adapt and balance competing demands.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience with document management, discovery, and trial preparation. Highlight your communication and interpersonal skills, and your understanding of legal support systems.
- Demonstrate technical skills: Be prepared to talk about your proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and any familiarity with iManage or litigation support systems like WestLaw and Relativity.
- Showcase your fit: Articulate your interest in a legal or business career and your ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
Technical preparation
Master Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.,Become proficient with PDF software and document management.,Study legal research tools: WestLaw, LexisNexis.,Familiarize yourself with e-discovery software: Relativity.
Behavioral questions
Describe handling competing deadlines in a legal setting.,How do you ensure accuracy in document review?,Share an example of collaborating with a legal team.,Discuss your approach to client communication.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the salary range for the Paralegal position at Morgan Lewis in Boston?
- For positions in Boston, MA, the salary range for this Paralegal - Labor and Employment role is $62,000 - $99,200 annually. The final salary will be determined during the interview process based on experience and other factors.
- What is the salary range for the Paralegal position at Morgan Lewis in Seattle?
- For positions in Seattle, WA, the salary range for this Paralegal - Labor and Employment role is $64,700 - $103,475 annually. The final salary will be determined during the interview process based on experience and other factors.
- Does Morgan Lewis offer a hybrid work arrangement for the Paralegal role?
- Yes, this Paralegal position offers a flexible, hybrid in-office/remote working arrangement, allowing employees to work 2 days remotely and 3 days collaboratively in the office.
- What are the key responsibilities of a Paralegal in the Labor & Employment Practice Group at Morgan Lewis?
- Key responsibilities include legal research, document preparation and maintenance, case and project management, client communication, pre- and post-trial preparation, and team coordination. This also involves managing electronic data, assisting with discovery, drafting court filings, and preparing exhibits.
- What qualifications are required for the Paralegal position at Morgan Lewis?
- A Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience), 1-4 years of litigation experience (preferably labor and employment), and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite are required. Familiarity with legal support systems like WestLaw and Relativity is strongly desired.
- What kind of benefits does Morgan Lewis offer to its employees?
- Morgan Lewis offers comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, parental leave, vacation and holiday leave, life insurance, and income protection such as sick leave and long-term disability.
- How do I apply for the Paralegal job at Morgan Lewis?
- Qualified candidates must apply online by visiting the Morgan Lewis website at www.morganlewis.com and selecting 'Careers'.
- Is there overtime work expected for the Paralegal role?
- Yes, flexibility to work overtime as needed to meet deadlines is desired for this Paralegal position.
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