About This Role
Litigation paralegals support civil litigation attorneys from the start of a case through post-trial, ensuring all case-related documents are organized and maintained. This role suits an experienced paralegal with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously.
Responsibilities
- Support 1-2 attorneys in all stages of civil litigation cases
- Oversee organization and maintenance of all case-related documents
- Maintain timely and accurate timekeeping records on a daily basis
- Assist in the discovery process
- Prepare for depositions
- Participate in document reviews and document creation
- Review and summarize documents and deposition transcripts
- Assist with basic legal research
- Assemble motion papers and exhibits, coordinate filings of pleadings and briefs, and ensure proper service
- Draft common pleadings, motions, notices, and other court filings
- Ensure compliance with federal and state rules of procedure and evidence for document format, content, filing, etc.
- Assist with trial preparations, such as creating trial notebooks; identifying and organizing exhibits, coordinating witness schedules, maintaining trial calendars, and communicating effectively with opposing counsel and courtroom staff
- Manage document deliveries and track final executed documentation
- Assist with overflow work and other special projects, as assigned
- Communicate with clients, colleagues and co-workers in a professional manner
- Maintain a professional appearance
Requirements
- Paralegal certification
- 5+ years as a litigation paralegal
- Ability to meet daily billing requirements
- Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal
- Attention to detail
- Time management skills and ability to meet deadlines
- Familiarity with Westlaw and Lexis Nexis
- Exceptional computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office, e-filing, and other litigation support applications
- Ability to collaborate well in a team
Nice to have:
- Bachelor’s degree
- NALA certification
- Trial experience
- Ability to speak a second language
Benefits
- Bonus opportunities
- 12 paid holidays and generous PTO
- Fully-paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
- 401(k) with employer match
- Life Time gym membership contribution
- Fully-stocked break room
