Experienced Paralegal – Litigation / Casualty Defense – Pittsburgh, PA / Hybrid Schedule

Litigation Practice Areas

• All manner of civil defense litigation involving product liability, premises liability, auto liability, construction litigation, marine liability, dram shop and commercial litigation. This includes cases involving personal injuries and property damage claims.

Is This You?

• A highly organized, detail-oriented paralegal who enjoys playing a critical role on a collaborative legal team
• Comfortable managing fast-paced discovery, preparing cases for trial, and independently maintaining a caseload
• Motivated to advance your paralegal career in an environment where your skills, effort, and dedication are recognized and appreciated

What We Offer

• Comprehensive health insurance, including: Medical, dental, prescription, and vision coverage
• Generous Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Bonus program
• Firm-sponsored voluntary benefits, including: Supplemental life insurance, Identity theft protection, Pet insurance, Legal plan and Flexible spending accounts
• Hybrid work schedule (remote/in-office) supporting work-life balance

Job Duties May Include

• Obtaining, reviewing, and analyzing documents, including medical, financial, tax, and employment records
• Creating detailed medical and factual chronologies
• Preparing trial notebooks, exhibits, and witness files
• Compiling evidence through discovery documents, transcripts, records, libraries, and databases
• Managing and organizing electronic and physical case files
• Coordinating with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and support services
• Generating status reports, logs, and case indexes
• Corresponding with clients and opposing law firms
• Conducting legal and medical research, including review of expert materials
• Communicating with experts and analyzing their qualifications, prior testimony, transcripts, and publications
• Performing additional duties as needed

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Ability to meet deadlines while managing multiple assignments
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professionalism
• Willingness to learn and adapt as new skills are required
• Dedication to fostering a spirit of teamwork and cooperation

Job Requirements

• 3–5 years of litigation/casualty paralegal experience
• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree required
• Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program preferred