About This Role
This role supports attorneys through all phases of litigation, handling case management, discovery, medical record review, and trial preparation. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced litigation environment, working both independently and as part of a team.
Responsibilities
- Manage and organize case files, including obtaining, reviewing, summarizing, and maintaining key case documents
- Support discovery efforts by drafting discovery requests and related pleadings, organizing document production, indexing records, and monitoring the collection and production of necessary records
- Prepare, issue, and track subpoenas and records requests
- Review, analyze, and summarize medical records; prepare medical chronologies and narrative summaries
- Assist with depositions and discovery investigations, including preparing deposition summaries, exhibit indexes, and coordinating with witnesses, experts, investigators, and other interested parties
- Assist with responding to expert discovery and ensuring timely service of expert disclosures and related materials
- Maintain case management databases and litigation support tools
- Coordinate and communicate with attorneys regarding case deadlines, depositions, mediations, hearings, and trial preparation needs
- Prepare litigation materials, including trial notebooks, exhibits, witness and exhibit disclosures, demonstrative aids, and PowerPoint presentations for mediations and trial
- Attend depositions, mediations, and trials; assist with witness coordination, exhibit management, and overall trial support
- Travel as needed to attend depositions, meet with witnesses, photograph evidence, and visit accident scenes or evidence locations
- Track billable time in accordance with client guidelines and firm procedures
- Collaborate with attorneys and team members to support case strategy, trial preparation, and successful case outcomes
- Assist with training, mentoring, and providing coverage and support to team members as needed
- Work overtime as necessary to meet client and case demands
Requirements
- Associate degree in Paralegal Studies and paralegal certificate, bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience
- Minimum of five (5) years of law firm experience, preferably in litigation
- Ability to produce accurate work product in a timely manner
- Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to travel as needed
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
