Paralegal (Part Time)

About the role

The Paralegal in this role will support attorneys handling worker's comp and general civil litigation matters. This is a hands-on position that requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced litigation environment while working collaboratively with attorneys, clients, and support staff.

Responsibilities

• Organize and analyze documentary evidence including medical records, reports, depositions, discovery materials, investigative documents, and claim files
• Create chronologies and summaries of medical and case-related records as requested
• Draft and prepare legal documents including pleadings, discovery responses, motions, subpoenas, correspondence, and reports under attorney direction
• Prepare and track subpoenas and records requests, including medical, billing, employment, and other relevant documents
• Conduct background research on parties, witnesses, and experts using online research tools
• Communicate professionally with clients, experts, court personnel, and opposing counsel
• Maintain organized physical and electronic case files and ensure compliance with court deadlines
• Perform additional litigation support duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 3+ years of paralegal experience in insurance defense or civil litigation, preferably in a high-volume law firm environment
• Experience reviewing and summarizing medical records preferred
• Familiarity with North Carolina court procedures and e-filing systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work with minimal supervision
• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Paralegal certificate a plus