Litigation Paralegal

Litigation Paralegal Overview

• The Litigation Paralegal will support litigation practice groups in all phases of the litigation process, from initial complaint to trial and appeal.
• Collaborate with attorneys to draft legal documents, manage case files, and coordinate e-filing processes for federal and state courts.
• Assist in organizing, reviewing, and managing case documents, including productions, depositions, exhibits, and expert reports.
• Perform legal research, cite-checking, and proofreading of court filings and related legal documents to ensure accuracy.
• Support pre-trial activities, including preparing witness binders, organizing trial exhibits, and coordinating trial logistics.
• Attend and assist at trials and hearings, tracking exhibits and maintaining demonstratives and evidence records.
• Supervise junior paralegals and liaise with clients and vendors to ensure seamless case management.
• Leverage technical skills to utilize litigation databases and software tools effectively, ensuring efficient document management.

Litigation Paralegal Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Draft legal documents, including subpoenas, deposition notices, and discovery requests and responses, ensuring compliance with legal standards.
• Coordinate e-filing and service processes for court submissions, collaborating with the Managing Attorney’s office.
• Organize, review, and manage case documents, including productions, depositions, exhibits, and expert reports, within designated databases.
• Perform legal research, cite-checking, and proofreading of court filings and related legal documents for accuracy and compliance.
• Assist in pre-trial activities, including preparing witness binders, organizing trial exhibits, and coordinating trial logistics.
• Attend and assist at trials and hearings, tracking exhibits and maintaining demonstratives and evidence records.
• Supervise junior paralegals and liaise with clients and vendors to ensure seamless case management.
• Utilize litigation databases and software tools effectively to ensure efficient document management and case organization.

Litigation Paralegal Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field is required, with strong academic credentials.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in litigation matters within a law firm setting.
• Proficiency in litigation databases; familiarity with Relativity is preferred.
• Strong written and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work under pressure, in a team environment, and handle overtime as required.
• Available for a hybrid work arrangement, with physical presence in the office as needed.
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity in the workplace.