Paralegal

Responsibilities

• Cook up all phases of discovery, including organizing case materials, tracking responses, and preparing documents for production.
• Prepare and submit court filings in federal and state matters while ensuring compliance with applicable procedural requirements.
• Draft routine litigation documents such as notices of appearance, correspondence, and other case-related materials for attorney review.
• Maintain a comprehensive litigation calendar, monitor filing dates and court deadlines, and help keep matters on schedule.
• Provide day-to-day paralegal support to a team of four attorneys handling defense-side litigation matters.
• Compile and deliver regular case status updates to attorneys to support planning, prioritization, and next-step decisions.
• Aid in trial preparation by organizing exhibits, pleadings, and supporting documentation for hearings and proceedings.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in a litigation paralegal role.
• Hands-on experience managing discovery in active civil litigation matters.
• Working knowledge of federal court and/or state court procedures and filing practices.
• Proven ability to oversee complex calendaring and track multiple deadlines accurately.
• Experience supporting multiple attorneys in a fast-paced legal environment.
• Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to contribute effectively with minimal training and adapt quickly to ongoing case activity.
• Prior background in insurance defense, employment litigation, municipal litigation, or general civil defense work is preferred.