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Professional staff make up approximately 40% of our employee population. We value and depend upon the contributions made by our professional staff and are always on the lookout to add more talented professionals to our team. Whether your career interests are centered in litigation support, market analysis, or investigative services, opportunities for career evolution at KTMC are abundant. We offer an autonomous environment, which allows our professionals to make a real impact. Every day at KTMC comes with an opportunity to further develop skillsets.

P A R A L E G A L S

At Kessler Topaz, our paralegals operate in a fast-paced and challenging environment. The attorneys rely upon the paralegals as an integral part of the team. Their knowledge of the rules, along with their organizational and cite-checking abilities are highly valued.

Radnor, Pennsylvania
Investigator
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Radnor, Pennsylvania
Investigator
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Job Description

Job Summary: 

A leading law firm is seeking an Investigator to join a dynamic team supporting litigation through witness identification, witness research, and witness interviews. This role requires a proactive, detail-oriented professional with at least 5 years of interview or related experience and a demonstrated proficiency in effective communication with unknown individuals.  Experience in telephonic interviews is a plus.

Essential Functions / Position Responsibilities: 

  • Work with a team of highly-trained Investigators identifying witnesses and conducting witness interviews in support of litigation.
  • Work across various mediums, using a number of tools, to research information and individuals to support the Firm’s litigation.
  • Manage large case load and Attorney requests in a dynamic, pressured, and constantly changing environment.
  • Work closely with team members to ensure full support of high priority requests and cases.

Qualifications

Job Specifications: 

  • Education Requirements: BA/BS
  • Must have the ability to work from home (stable home internet connection)
  • Position related experience requirements:
    • Minimum of 5 years interview or interview related work experience with a demonstrated proficiency in interviewing or effective communication with unknown individuals.
    • Prior experience as an Investigator, Paralegal, Journalist or equivalent experience in a large law firm or office setting preferred.
    • The ideal candidate must possess a superior and diverse investigative skill set, including experience conducting interviews, and preparing reports or summaries documenting interviews or interactions.
    • The ideal candidate must be able to work effectively in a deadline-driven environment and possess team-player attributes.
    • Must have excellent organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks.
    • Must have ability to work with and maintain confidential/sensitive information.
    • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills are mandatory.
    • Must have high attention to detail and ability to analyze a problem and identify alternative solutions.
    • Must have excellent time management skills with a high degree of adaptability/flexibility.
  • Computer skills required:
    • Must have very strong general computer skills, including Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Excel, Access

Working Conditions /Physical & Mental demands: 

  • Office setting / desk job
  • Telephone and computer work
  • Minimal travel demands

Applicants must reside in one of the following states: Pennsylvania (PA), New Jersey (NJ), or Delaware (DE). Applicants must also be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. 

Kessler, Topaz, Meltzer & Check is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact the HR Department.

Radnor, Pennsylvania
Junior Paralegal
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Radnor, Pennsylvania
Junior Paralegal
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Job Description

Job Summary:

Jr. Paralegal works with a busy group of Attorneys and Paralegals. This role is an opportunity for entry level paralegals to be trained by skilled paralegals in complex litigation.

Responsibilities/Training Areas:

  • Interface with attorneys, legal assistants and other counsel.
  • Perform investigative Internet research
  • Assist in the preparation and filing of documents including, but not limited to, court pleadings and legal correspondence
  • Assist with trial preparation, as necessary
  • Draft legal documents and correspondence, and review and check all documents for accuracy and compliance with court rules
  • Conduct Bluebooking, heavy editing and proof-reading of documents
  • Provides administrative support including typing correspondence, maintaining attorney schedules, and maintaining legal databases. Organizes and maintains legal files and document review projects
  • Complete discreet research assignments using LEXIS and/or Westlaw

Qualifications

​Education Requirements: (experience will be considered in lieu of education)

  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Paralegal Certificate or Certified through NALA or NFPA

Job Specifications:

  • Attention to detail, a great attitude, and a hard work ethic are a must
  • Must be a self-starter
  • Excellent writing and communication skills required
  • Ability to prioritize and work under a tight schedule
  • Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment
  • Must be detail-oriented
  • Must be available for overtime
  • Knowledge of court rules and deadlines a plus but not required
  • Ability to work in a professional manner under pressure, and handle difficult situations with a consistently calm, positive demeanor
  • Proficiency in or advanced knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook
  • Must be able to handle confidential and highly sensitive matters in a consistently discreet and professional manner
  • Candidate must possess excellent organizational skills and the ability to meet strict deadlines. Experience with legal database software like PACER, the Federal Court filing system, LEXIS and/or Westlaw a plus
  • Exceptional organizational skills, highly motivated and able to multi task
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Relativity and Document Review a plus
  • Trial prep experience/exposure a plus.

Working Conditions /Physical & Mental demands:

  • Office setting / desk job
  • Telephone and computer work

Applicants must reside in one of the following states: Pennsylvania (PA), New Jersey (NJ), or Delaware (DE). Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Kessler, Topaz, Meltzer & Check is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process please contact the HR Department.

Radnor, Pennsylvania
Quality Control Monitor
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Radnor, Pennsylvania
Quality Control Monitor
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Job Description

Overview:

The Quality Control Monitor is responsible for ensuring the timely and accurate completion of defined processes regarding the identification, preparation, filing, and recording of securities class action settlement claims submitted for the Firm’s institutional investor clients participating in the Firm’s SecuritiesTrackerTM claims filing services.  In this role, the Quality Control Monitor will work with securities transaction data such as buys, sells, holdings of common stock and bonds to identify claimants that meet the criteria for submitting claims and utilize this information to perform quality checks on work performed by Claims Team Analysts.  The Quality Control Monitor will also provide tracking and reporting on the completion of claims filing related processes.

Essential Functions / Position Responsibilities:

  • Track progress of procedural steps across simultaneous claims filings to ensure all work performed by the Claims Team meets internal and external deadlines
  • Perform quality checks of the work performed by the Claims Team to ensure the accurate submission of securities class action claims; Identify and notify Team Lead and Manager of discrepancies
  • Maintain detailed records of process activities, including completion dates, quality checks and process exceptions.
  • Prepare and provide status reporting to supervisor, and escalate issues per procedure or as otherwise appropriate to resolve
  • Review universe of open filings across multiple sources; Identify and notify Manager of any discrepancies among lists
  • Perform securities research and database queries to identify clients’ investment transactions and holdings relevant for preparing claims
  • Analyze clients’ transactions and/or holdings to determine universe of claimants that meet the parameters to file claims
  • Crosscheck information across various sources to ensure all process exceptions are accounted for and universe of claimants identified by the Claims Team for each settlement is complete and accurate
  • Coordinate with related teams regarding ongoing support to keep claims in good standing, as needed
  • Support staff, peers, and management with timely responses to inquiries or requests for assistance
  • Expand scope of Quality Control and Reporting duties to cover additional phases of the claims and/or payments process, as needs arise.
  • Complete ad hoc projects and assist team with claims preparation and/or communication with claims administrators, as needed

Qualifications

Education Requirements:  

  • Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in a business or analytical discipline (Business Management, Finance, Accounting, Math)
  • Must have the ability to work from home (stable home internet connection) 

 Position related experience requirements & skills:

  • Minimum 5 years of professional experience, prior supervisory experience preferred
  • Strong work ethic
  • Detail oriented
  • Must be able to reprioritize and plan ahead to meet deadlines
  • Able to work independently and as part of a team
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Must be able to work extra hours as needed and/or answer emails outside of the office should deadline driven emergencies arise
  • Strong analytical and basic math skills
  • Basic understanding of securities investments (stocks, bonds, options) and portfolio statements preferred
  • Computer skills required: 
    • Microsoft Outlook
    • Microsoft Excel
    • Microsoft Word

 Working Conditions /Physical & Mental demands:

  • Sedentary / desk position / professional (remote) office setting
  • Utilization of computer and telephone to perform job
  • Able to work under pressure and in stressful situations
  • Able to multi-task without loss of efficiency or accuracy and adjust to frequently changing priorities
  • Able to comprehend and process voluminous and complex data

Applicants must reside in one of the following states: Pennsylvania (PA), New Jersey (NJ), or Delaware (DE). Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Kessler, Topaz, Meltzer & Check is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process please contact the HR Department.

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