Litigation Paralegal

About This Role

This Litigation Paralegal role provides substantive litigation support by applying knowledge of law, legal procedures, case management, and emerging legal technologies. The paralegal supports matters throughout the litigation lifecycle, including pleadings, discovery, Everlaw administration and document review, responsible use of AI-enabled legal tools, and preparation for attendance at hearings and trials. The position operates under the management of the Associate Director of Paralegals and practice group attorneys.

Responsibilities

• Support the drafting and filing of pleadings, motions, briefs, and appellate documents
• Manage litigation matters throughout the case lifecycle, including case files, deadlines, calendars, work plans, and status reporting
• Manage complex document collections using firm-approved technology, including Everlaw, and assist with electronic discovery, document review, and production
• Assist with all phases of trial preparation and attendance, including witness preparation, exhibit and deposition designation management, trial logistics, courtroom technology, and coordination of vendors
• Use firm-approved AI-enabled legal tools to support research, document analysis, chronology development, drafting, and workflow efficiency, while verifying outputs and protecting confidential information
• Conduct legal and factual research using Lexis, Westlaw, PACER, and other approved online resources
• Perform cite checking, fact checking, and related quality control review
• Manage discovery requests and responses, including subpoenas, interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission
• Coordinate with clients, attorneys, colleagues, experts, vendors, and other parties to support efficient case management and client service
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Ability to apply problem-solving skills and the ability to work under minimal supervision
• Ability to deal professionally with all levels of clients both internally and externally
• Exceptional organizational and investigative skills including ability to prioritize deadlines
• Experience with all aspects of litigation
• Excellent communication skills
• Demonstrated experience with OnCue, Clearbrief, Everlaw, Legora, and/or other litigation, e-discovery, trial presentation, and AI-enabled legal technology
• Ability to work overtime with little notice
• 5–8 years of substantive litigation paralegal experience in a large fast-paced law firm environment
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; paralegal certificate or equivalent relevant experience considered
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office programs and demonstrated ability to learn and effectively use litigation and legal technology