Civil Litigation Paralegal
About The Role
Block LLP is looking for an experienced Civil Litigation Paralegal to join our Habitability Department. This role will support plaintiff-side cases involving unsafe housing conditions, landlord negligence, tenant harassment, wrongful eviction, and other housing-related disputes. While prior habitability or landlord-tenant experience is a plus, we are also open to candidates with strong civil litigation experience who are interested in growing in this area of law. This is a great opportunity for a litigation paralegal who understands pleadings, discovery, deadlines, filings, client communication, and trial preparation, and wants to use those skills in meaningful work that helps tenants and families pursue safe housing and justice.
Requirements
- Prior civil litigation paralegal experience required
- Experience with discovery, pleadings, court filings, litigation deadlines, and case management
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Comfortable managing multiple cases, deadlines, and priorities
- Professional, dependable, and proactive
- Comfortable communicating with clients and handling sensitive information
- Comfortable using Microsoft Office and legal case management systems
- Interest in habitability, tenant-rights, housing, or plaintiff-side litigation
Benefits
Opportunity to work alongside experienced litigation attorneys on meaningful cases
Collaborative and supportive team environment
High-growth law firm with opportunities for advancement
Performance-based bonus opportunities
Firm-wide events, team outings, and celebrations
Fully stocked kitchen with snacks, beverages, and coffee
Competitive compensation package
9 paid firm holidays annually, plus additional paid time off
401(k) retirement program
Career growth and advancement opportunities
Meaningful work that helps injured individuals and families pursue justice