Litigation Paralegal

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys through each stage of civil litigation by organizing case files, tracking progress, and helping maintain readiness for key deadlines and court requirements.
• Examine, condense, and categorize medical, billing, and other case-related records so attorneys can quickly assess facts and develop strategy.
• Prepare, serve, and monitor subpoenas, then follow up with records custodians and third parties to obtain complete and timely responses.
• Aid in written discovery by drafting documents, compiling responses, coordinating production materials, and managing follow-up items.
• Assist with expert engagement, including coordinating schedules, collecting supporting materials, and facilitating independent medical examinations when needed.
• Help prepare matters for mediation, arbitration, depositions, and trial by assembling exhibits, witness materials, timelines, and other litigation support documents.
• Communicate with attorneys, clients, vendors, experts, and outside contacts to gather information, confirm logistics, and keep case activity moving forward.
• Maintain accurate case information within case management systems and ensure documents, deadlines, and correspondence are properly organized and accessible.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of paralegal experience supporting civil litigation matters.
• Practical knowledge of discovery procedures, including drafting support, document organization, and response tracking.
• Experience handling subpoenas, record collection, and coordination with third-party providers.
• Familiarity with trial preparation and support for mediation or arbitration proceedings.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments at once while maintaining close attention to detail and deadlines.
• Proficiency with case management software and general litigation support technology.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative legal environment.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to keep multiple matters moving efficiently.

Skills

Paralegal experience supporting civil litigation matters, practical knowledge of discovery procedures, experience handling subpoenas, record collection, and coordination with third-party providers, familiarity with trial preparation and support for mediation or arbitration proceedings, ability to manage multiple assignments at once while maintaining close attention to detail and deadlines, proficiency with case management software and general litigation support technology, strong written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

Robert Half offers competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in the company's 401(k) plan.

Pay

Compensation is competitive and based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Hours are flexible and can vary depending on the needs of the client and the workload.

About the Role

This role offers the opportunity to work alongside attorneys on sophisticated matters from initial case development through resolution, while contributing to a team-oriented environment that values precision, accountability, and growth.