Litigation Paralegal

Role Overview

• Draft court filings, including pleadings, motions, and supporting documents
• Prepare and respond to discovery, including drafting requests and responses
• Draft subpoenas and manage all related follow-up with third parties
• Gather, organize, and maintain client documents and case materials
• Prepare and organize incoming and outgoing document productions
• Create detailed indices of client, opposing party, and third-party documents
• Develop case timelines and chronologies
• Prepare exhibits for depositions, mediations, and hearings
• Assemble trial documents, exhibit binders, witness lists, and other trial-related materials
• Provide comprehensive trial support to attorneys during all phases of litigation
• Conduct research on procedural rules and substantive law, including cite checking, Shepardizing, and Bluebooking
• Perform other clerical and administrative duties as needed

Requirements

• A Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved paralegal degree program is a plus
• Certified Paralegal or Certified Legal Assistant designation a plus
• A bachelor’s Degree is also a plus
• Minimum 2 years of paralegal experience in probate, trust, estate, or civil litigation
• Familiarity with Smokeball case management software is a plus
• Proficiency with MS Word, Outlook, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and MS Office is required
• Ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently while meeting deadlines
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.

Benefits

• The company paid retirement contributions
• Paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid basic life insurance and short-term disability
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid parking
• Discretionary, performance-based bonuses