Job Description
Job Description
About the Role:
The Paralegal plays a critical role in supporting attorneys by conducting thorough legal research, preparing and organizing legal documents, and assisting with case management to ensure efficient and effective legal services. This position focuses on civil litigation matters, where the paralegal will help gather and analyze information relevant to plaintiffs' cases, draft pleadings, and manage document review processes. The role requires meticulous attention to detail and the ability to synthesize complex legal information to support case strategy and trial preparation. The paralegal will serve as a liaison between attorneys, clients, and external parties, facilitating communication and ensuring deadlines are met. Ultimately, the paralegal contributes to the successful resolution of legal matters by providing comprehensive legal assistance and maintaining organized case files throughout the litigation lifecycle.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Minimum of 2 years of experience working as a paralegal, preferably in civil litigation.
- Proficiency in legal research tools.
- Strong knowledge of legal terminology, procedures, and document drafting.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associate degree or paralegal certificate from an accredited institution.
- Bachelor’s degree in legal studies or related field.
- Experience working with plaintiff-side litigation cases.
- Familiarity with case management software and electronic filing systems.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct detailed legal research using Westlaw and other legal databases to support case development and strategy.
- Draft, review, and organize a variety of legal documents including pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and correspondence.
- Assist attorneys in preparing for hearings, depositions, and trials by compiling exhibits, summarizing depositions, and managing case files.
- Coordinate and manage document review processes to identify relevant information and ensure compliance with discovery obligations.
- Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and other stakeholders to facilitate case progress and resolve procedural issues.
Skills:
The required skills such as Westlaw and legal research are essential for gathering accurate and relevant case law and statutes that inform legal strategies. Legal writing and document drafting skills are used daily to prepare clear, precise, and persuasive pleadings and correspondence that comply with court rules. Document review and organization skills ensure that all case materials are systematically managed and easily accessible for attorneys and court proceedings. Legal assistance and civil litigation knowledge enable the paralegal to anticipate attorneys' needs and proactively support case development. Preferred skills like familiarity with case management software enhance efficiency in tracking case progress and deadlines, while certification and plaintiff-side experience deepen the paralegal’s understanding of litigation nuances, improving overall case support.