The Paralegal/Legal Assistant I works under close supervision with required assistance readily available. Persons in this position typically perform the following:

+ Works with the trial team, including expert witnesses, to develop plans for trial or hearings using a courtroom presentation system.
+ Prepares exhibit images for particular uses (e.g. zooming in on or highlighting a particular paragraph, or setting up two exhibits side by side on the screen).
+ Develops simple graphic images/exhibits using standard off-the-shelf software packages. Advises attorneys on the effectiveness of certain exhibits or sequences of exhibits. Is responsible for the smooth operation of the presentation system in the courtroom.
+ Digitizes audio and video clips. Synchronizes clips with written transcripts. Note that, for most trials, even including most large trials, we expect that the Courtroom Presentation Specialist will be the only contractor staff member needed to work with the ...