Paralegal / Legal Assistant

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Paralegal/Legal Assistant to provide comprehensive litigation and administrative support throughout all phases of the legal process. This is an exciting opportunity for a legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys supporting attorneys in complex litigation matters from inception through resolution.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and revise legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, notices, and correspondence.
• Prepare, file, and serve pleadings and discovery in compliance with court rules and applicable procedural requirements.
• Cooky/deposit coordination, mediations, hearings, and meetings with attorneys, clients, experts, court personnel, and vendors.
• Maintain organized case files, litigation calendars, and document management systems.
• Assist with trial preparation, including assembling exhibits, trial binders, witness files, and supporting materials.
• Retrieve and organize case-related information and documents as needed for hearings and trials.
• Perform legal research using tools such as Westlaw and LexisNexis.
• Review court dockets and obtain case-related filings and information.
• Summarize discovery responses, medical records, and other case materials for attorney review.
• Aid attorneys with case evaluations related to liability and damages.
• Stay current on court procedures, filing requirements, and local rules.
• Support all phases of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation.
• Coordinate document collection, review, and production for discovery responses.
• Track and manage litigation deadlines, court appearances, and case schedules using case management software.
• Ensure compliance with all court deadlines and procedural requirements.
• Schedule meetings, depositions, hearings, and conferences.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of legal templates and internal procedures.
• Facilitate effective communication among attorneys, clients, claims partners, experts, and vendors.

Requirements

• Education: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies, Legal Studies, or a related field. Paralegal certification from an ABA-accredited program preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of paralegal experience, preferably in: Insurance defense, Personal injury litigation, Civil litigation law firms. Experience supporting attorneys through all phases of litigation. Experience with automobile insurance claims and litigation is preferred.

Skills

• Proficiency with legal research platforms, including Westlaw and LexisNexis.
• Experience with case management software and litigation support tools.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Professional Attributes

• High level of professionalism, discretion, and ethical conduct.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Adaptable and proactive in handling changing priorities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive legal matters.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced litigation environment.