Litigation Support

Dewey & LeBoeuf LLP is an international law firm headquartered in New York with more than 1,200 lawyers in 15 countries, namely the United States, United Kingdom, Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Poland, China, South Africa, Kazakhstan, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Spain and the United Arab Emirates.

Job Purpose
Develop, maintain and support applications for use by Firm personnel and clients with the objective of streamlining workflow processes. The technical scope comprises mostly web-based applications as well as desktop applications, and third-party software.

Key Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities
•                     Document the design of new application components based on client requirements.
•                     Develop applications components based on technical specifications.
•                     Participate in code reviews and the quality assurance processes.
•                     Adhere to coding conventions using documented processes and procedures.
•                     Respond to, and resolve, Customer Support issues pertaining to related applications.  Troubleshoot bugs and issues.
•                     Support various third party software, managing installs, upgrades, and vendor relations.
•                     Manage systems data which may include developing custom databases or integration with legacy systems.
•                     Provide as needed on call coverage.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience
•                     5 years IT industry experience with a background in applications development with strong concentration on the web platform.
•                     3 + years experience in developing and supporting web based software that includes integration with Active Directory, databases, and various legacy systems.
•                     Solid experience creating database-driven dynamic web sites using the following: ASP.Net (1.1, 2.0, and 3.5) using both C# and VB.net, ASP, VB Script, Java Script, CSS, XML and Web Services. Must have a concrete understanding of Web Applications Architecture and Object Oriented Languages.
•                     Experience designing and developing databases in MS-SQL Server 2005 and 2008, including demonstrated knowledge of SSIS Packages and Stored Procedures. Must have a strong understanding of database design.
•                     Must be comfortable with development environments including Visual Studio, Visual Studio.NET (.NET Framework), Visual Source Safe, and Vault.
•                     Understanding of operating systems, network administration, and general networking concepts including; Clustered Servers, Firewalls, Active Directory, and DMZ environments.
•                     Experience developing applications using SiteCore CMS a plus.
•                     Analytical - Read, analyze, and interpret general business requirement and technical specifications to develop, maintain, and improve complex applications delivered over the Internet.
•                     Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations.
•                     Interpersonal Skills - Be a good team player. Help others as well as learn from them. Remains inclusive and open to others' ideas and tries new things.
•                     Commitment to Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality

Education/Certifications and/or Work Experience
•                     Bachelor's Degree required. Preferably in Computer Science.
 
Interested applicants should apply to the below URL;
 
http://careers.peopleclick.com/careerscp/client_deweyleboeuf/external/gateway.do?functionName=viewFromLink&jobPostId=413&localeCode=en-us

DLA Piper, a leader in the practice of law worldwide, seeks a flexible, adaptable and dedicated individual with excellent presentation and communication skills to develop e-learning curriculum and deliver IT training to employees at various levels within the firm at one or more offices. A minimum of four (4) to six (6) years of experience with IT training and development or extensive experience as an end-user with Microsoft Office are required. A minimum of two years experience developing strategies and technologies that leverage digital media to instruct and educate employees across the firm are also required. In-depth, hands-on knowledge of authoring technologies, including Captivate 4 and Articulate, is necessary. Strong technical skills and an understanding of legal applications are a must.  An Associate's degree in Information Technology, training/education, or a related field is required. (Equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for degree requirement.)  Duties may include:

• Develops, revises and delivers e-learning and instructor-led curriculum/materials based on the needs of the firm employees.
• Delivers training via classroom, one-on-one, seminars, webinars and distance learning.
• Travels regularly to other US office locations to provide training.
• Maintains a current technical knowledge and develops strong user skills in the firm's applications.
• Maintains various training information such as calendars and databases, attendance, time records, etc.

DLA Piper is a leader in the practice of law worldwide, with 3,500 lawyers in 68 offices located in 30 countries around the world.  It has leading practices in Corporate and Finance, Litigation, Intellectual Property, Government Affairs and Real Estate. DLA Piper places a special emphasis on both diversity in the workplace and respect for the individual.

DLA Piper provides its employees with highly competitive salaries and benefits, including eligibility for year-end bonuses, profit sharing eligibility, a generous paid-time-off policy and a 401k plan. Employees are recognized and rewarded for their achievements through annual performance evaluations and salary reviews. The firm encourages ongoing personal development and supports a healthy work/life balance.

To apply, please do so online at https://sh.webhire.com/public/785/ and search for the desired position by title or location. Only those qualified applicants submitting a cover letter, resume, salary history, and requirements will be considered.

DLA Piper is an EEO/AA employer-M/F/D/V.