Litigation Paralegal

About the role

We are seeking a highly organized and meticulous Litigation Paralegal to join our team. As a Litigation Paralegal, you will provide essential support to our legal team and ensure the smooth operation of our legal processes. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for the legal field and a desire to contribute to the success of a dynamic law firm.

Responsibilities

• Managing attorney calendars and tracking litigation deadlines under the North Carolina and federal Rules of Civil Procedure.
• Filing pleadings and documents through E-Filing Portal.
• Preparing and coordinating service of subpoenas.
• Drafting basic correspondence to clients, carriers, and opposing counsel.
• Assisting with discovery (interrogatories, requests for production, and notices).
• Coordinating and scheduling meetings, depositions, mediations, inspections, expert examinations, and court appearances.
• Assisting attorneys in preparing subpoenas, hearing and trial books, and opening files.

Requirements

• Prior experience in a civil litigation law firm strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with North Carolina and federal court procedures and e-filing.
• Excellent project management skills to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to manage deadline-driven work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and follow-through skills (this role requires ownership of assigned tasks).
• Mindfulness and strong proofreading skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Adobe, and Outlook).

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Pay

$60,000 – $65,000

Schedule

Monday to Friday