DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let’s see what we can achieve. Together. Summary The Case Assistant - Product Liability, Mass Torts, & Class Actions, in collaboration with and in support of the firm’s strategic initiatives, assists the paralegals and/or attorneys by maintaining case files, preparing documents for production, organizing and maintaining case or other files, assisting with filings, and maintaining databases, obtaining information for internal and external sources, and performing other administrative tasks.    Location This position is located in our Short Hills office and offers a hybrid work schedule.    Responsibilities  · Organizes document productions for attorney review. · Researches public records using public websites. · Gathers cases and exhibits from files for incorporation into briefs. · Assists with preparing a variety of documents, forms, charts, letters, etc. · Prepares binders, makes copies, enters data and maintains files. · Performs database research and data entry. · Obtains documents and other information from cities, municipalities or public agencies. · Obtains information from accounting, timekeeping and attorneys for audit letter responses. · Assists paralegals, attorneys, and business professionals with mailings and filings. · Other duties as assigned. Desired Skills   Demonstrated basic level of proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook and database experience. Office experience in a law firm environment supporting paralegals and/or attorneys preferred. Strong communication and interpersonal skills required to interact with paralegals, attorneys and clients on a regular basis. Excellent organizational and attention-to-detail skills necessary to manage volumes of documents, binders, letters, charts, etc. Must have the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Ability to prioritize multiple assignments to meet deadlines.   Minimum Education   · High School Diploma or GED. Preferred Education · Bachelor's Degree. Minimum Years of Experience  · 1 year of demonstrated success working in a fast-paced environment. Essential Job Expectations All DLA Piper employees are expected to demonstrate excellence in how we serve our clients and develop our people, upholding our firm values as part of our culture. Specific expectations include: • Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and external audiences. • Produce high-quality work and respond to correspondence in an efficient, timely, and professional manner. • Meet deadlines, manage competing priorities, and commit to meeting high standards. • Comply with firm policies and procedures. • Maintain confidences as required in a law firm environment. Physical Demands Sedentary work: This is primarily sedentary work, requiring occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects. The role involves sitting for extended periods, with occasional walking and standing, and occasional travel, both domestic and international.    Work Environment   Opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement combining remote and in-office work. The specific arrangement will be determined at the time of hiring and may be modified at the firm's discretion Disclaimer   The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification, nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties, requirements, and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firm’s discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment. Application Process    Interested candidates must apply directly online. Application materials sent via email will not be accepted. Accommodation Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position or participate in the selection process. For accommodation requests, please contact careers@us.dlapiper.com. Agency applications will not be considered.       No immigration sponsorship is available for this position.   This job description provides a concise overview of the role and is not intended to describe all work elements that may be performed. It should not serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions. Job duties, requirements, and expectations may be modified at the firm's discretion at any time. This job description does not alter the at-will nature of employment. We are committed to excellence in how we serve our clients and develop our people. The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $34.09 - $44.32 per hour depending on the candidate’s geographic market location. Non-exempt positions will be paid on an hourly basis and paid overtime in accordance with applicable laws. The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate’s experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k). Applicants who are not based in the jurisdiction in which this position is posted and who apply for this role are doing so voluntarily and are not eligible for relocation assistance. Any relocation benefits, if any, are provided only where a relocation is required at the firm’s direction and in accordance with applicable policy and law. #LI-PP1 #LI-Hybrid DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Job applicant poster viewing center. DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let’s see what we can achieve. Together. Get to Know Us We invite you to learn more about us. Please visit the following pages for more information about DLA Piper. Laterals Lateral Partners Law Students Business Professionals Recruitment Agencies: Per the terms of our agreement, all candidates must be submitted through the firm’s agency portal for consideration. If you have an agreement with the firm, please log in to the agency portal via the following link to review positions accepting agency submissions. Lawyer Positions Only: If you do not currently have an agreement with us and would like us to consider candidates, please submit a blind candidate profile to the email address listed in the applicable job posting.

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