Litigation Support Specialist at Cornerstone Research

Litigation Support Specialist



Job Locations

US-NY-New York





ID

2024-3698



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LITIGATION SUPPORT SPECIALIST (HYBRID - ALL US OFFICES) If you are an experienced paralegal or litigation support specialist looking for an opportunity to showcase your advanced skills, then we would like to meet with you! The Litigation Support Specialist's primary responsibility is to complete billable project work as assigned, including anticipating project needs, managing workload, and producing the highest quality work in a timely manner. The Litigation Support Specialist synthesizes materials generated by team members to produce an error-free, client-ready work product. At Cornerstone Research, you will be part of a thriving, 900-strong team that spans nine offices, comprises more than 55 nationalities, and leads the industry in its commitment to develop team members across all levels. Inc. Magazine has recognized Cornerstone Research four times as a Best Workplace for its outstanding employee engagement, collaborative culture, and professional growth opportunities.You'll Love It Here If You

Embrace learning and continuous improvement
• Set and strive for a high bar of excellence
• Believe that teamwork leads to success: ask us what it means to be #onefirmfirm!
• Take pride in always doing your best work, even if it's harder or takes longer
• Are passionate about what you do How You'll Help Our Team Succeed
  Provide billable casework support in a cross-office network to effectively complete all assigned projects in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.
  • Assists with fact checking by confirming all sources are quoted accurately within report/corresponding documents.
  • Perform typing and/or data entry tasks in the process of facilitating analyses or creating work product.
  • Assist in redacting information and/or metadata from files.
  • Create, organize, and assemble electronic or hard copy back-up binders.
  • Type, assemble, organize, and format the team's "final" work product (usually an affidavit/declaration, report, or presentation) according to the firm's quality and visual standards.
  • Proof all written material for spelling, grammar, structure, and consistency.Provide Expert support as it relates to casework.What You'll Need to Be Successful
    • 2+years of directly related experience in a professional services or law firm.
    • The desire to take initiative and actively contribute to the team and the firm.The ability to communicate effectively and professionally.Strong business acumen and the ability to learn the firm's financial and operational functions.The mindset to provide superior service.Intermediate to advanced proficiency in MS Office is required (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).Exemplary attention to detail, highly organized, flexible, and able to work effectively under pressure.Ability to anticipate, monitor, and meet the needs of internal and external clients.Experience working on various types of projects from initiation to closure.Ability to utilize resources effectively, prioritize, multi-task, and proactively move work forward in a timely manner.Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address non-routine or complex problems.Superior teamwork skills, with the ability to delegate tasks or accept additional work as needed.Effective time-management and organization skills, plus an understanding of the methods, processes, and requirements of litigation practice.Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent experience is required.Who We AreCornerstone Research provides economic and financial analysis and expert testimony in all phases of commercial litigation and regulatory proceedings. We work with a broad network of testifying experts, including leaders from academia and industry, who are recognized for their depth of knowledge, accomplishments, and research. Our staff consultants contribute expertise in economics, finance, accounting, and marketing, as well as business acumen, familiarity with the litigation process, and a commitment to produce outstanding results. The firm's uniquely collegial and supportive atmosphere makes Cornerstone Research a great place to work. We invest in our people in a host of ways, from providing meaningful learning and development opportunities to organizing memorable social events. To many, our culture and our people are the most exciting and enriching aspects of a career at Cornerstone Research. Cornerstone Research is offering a competitive market base salary for this position between $64,900 and $83,100. A job offer will depend on how closely a candidate's skills, experience and education match the requirements for the role. In addition to base salary, we offer a total compensation package that includes annual performance bonus and generous benefits. Equal Employment Opportunity Cornerstone Research is an equal employee opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or other factors protected by law.
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
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