Job Description
Job Description
Benefits / Perks
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Flexible Scheduling
- Competitive Compensation
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated Litigation Paralegal to join our team. In this role, you will work directly with the head attorney and assist in all phases of the litigation process. You will conduct legal research and interviews, file documents, and respond to discovery. The ideal candidate is hardworking and detail-oriented. This is a top-notch boutique litigation firm that handles all types of injury, medical malpractice, wrongful termination, discrimination, and business litigation cases.
Responsibilities
Prepare case-specific documents, including memoranda and briefsEnsure that case-related documents are organized and available for reviewConduct legal research and investigationCommunicate with clients and witnessesMaintain and update documentationAssist with discovery requestsCalendar all deadlines, dates, and other eventsRespond to discovery and work closely with clients to do soDraft and serve discovery requestsSchedule and coordinate depositionsDraft legal documentsInvestigate factsBe on top of and closely manage all litigation filesOverall support to AttorneyQualifications
5 years of Previous experience as a personal injury Litigation Paralegal or similar role is preferredCertification or Associate Degree as a Paralegal is preferredFamiliarity with legal procedures, terminology, and the court systemStrong verbal and written communication skillsHighly organized with document management experienceExcellent research skillsComfortable with Microsoft Office and case management softwareAbility to multitask and work well under pressureThoroughness, follow-through, and attention to detailAbility to prioritize and multitaskDeadline and detail-orientedAble to successfully deal with a fast-paced environmentFluency in Spanish both written and spoken is a huge plusIndependent, resourceful, and a problem-solver