Litigation Paralegal

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys throughout all phases of complex litigation, including discovery, trial, post-trial, and appeal.
• Organize and maintain electronic and hard-copy case files, exhibits, and litigation materials.
• Manage large-scale document reviews, discovery projects, and productions.
• Utilize eDiscovery platforms and electronic databases to support case development and analysis.
• Review and summarize documents, deposition transcripts, and other case materials.
• Conduct legal and factual research using Westlaw, Lexis, and other research tools.
• Draft pleadings, motions, notices, and other court documents.
• Assemble briefs, motion papers, and exhibits and coordinate e-filing and service.
• Perform complex cite-checking, verify authorities and quotations, and proofread legal documents.
• Provide extensive trial support, including trial notebooks, exhibits, witness coordination, subpoenas, trial calendars, and courtroom logistics.
• Assist with off-site trial and war room operations.
• Assist with post-trial motions, briefing, costs, sanctions, and appellate preparation.
• Collaborate with attorneys, litigation support teams, paralegals, and outside vendors on complex matters.

Requirements

• 10+ years of complex litigation paralegal experience within a multi-attorney law firm.
• Significant hands-on trial experience, including witness and exhibit preparation and courtroom support.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state court procedures, e-filing requirements, and litigation practices.
• Experience with eDiscovery platforms such as Relativity or Everlaw.
• Bachelor’s degree and Paralegal Certification preferred; equivalent relevant experience considered.
• NALA certification preferred.
• Strong legal research, drafting, proofreading, cite-checking, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, document management systems, and electronic file-sharing platforms.
• Exceptional organization and attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple complex matters and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently, anticipate attorney needs, and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Flexibility to work overtime and weekends during trials or other critical deadlines.
• Ability to travel occasionally for trials, court proceedings, or off-site war rooms.