Paralegal
Robert Half · Andover, MA · 2 mo ago
On-siteLegal$80k–$100k/yrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Support attorneys through all phases of litigation, including case development, discovery, motion practice, trial preparation, appeals, and post-hearing proceedings.
- Prepare, proofread, and electronically file pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents in state and federal courts.
- Manage electronic filing requirements and procedures across multiple jurisdictions.
- Cook up deposition logistics, including scheduling, exhibits, witness materials, and deposition summaries.
- Aid with mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and trials.
- Maintain organized and up-to-date electronic and physical case files.
- Coordinate document collection, review, analysis, organization, and production.
- Manage eDiscovery workflows using platforms such as Relativity, Nextpoint, Concordance, or similar systems.
- Maintain document databases and ensure case materials are accurately organized and accessible.
- Prepare privilege logs and assist with discovery responses and productions.
- Conduct quality-control reviews of document productions.
- Prepare and respond to subpoenas, including government and third-party subpoenas.
- Conduct legal, factual, and investigative research using Westlaw, LexisNexis, and other legal research tools.
- Draft correspondence, memoranda, chronologies, case timelines, factual summaries, discovery responses, and investigation reports.
- Aid with multi-state legal research, benchmarking, and other substantive research projects.
- Support workplace and school-related investigations by conducting research, organizing investigative materials, preparing interview outlines, and compiling witness summaries.
- Aid attorneys in developing and organizing factual records and case materials.
Requirements
- 4+ years of paralegal experience supporting litigation.
- Strong legal research, writing, proofreading, and analytical skills.
- Demonstrated experience supporting litigation and document-intensive matters.
- Experience supporting workplace, employment, or other internal investigations preferred.
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple matters, projects, and deadlines simultaneously.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.