Litigation Paralegal

Washington, AR - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Litigation Paralegal

About the Role:

A nationally recognized law firm based in Washington DC is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to join its legal team. This is an excellent opportunity for an organized and motivated individual interested in gaining hands-on litigation experience while supporting attorneys on complex and meaningful legal matters.

In this role you will work closely with attorneys and other paralegals to support cases through every stage of litigation-from early investigation and case preparation to trial support and appeals. The position offers the opportunity to gain practical legal experience develop litigation skills and contribute to impactful legal work that supports employees labor organizations and nonprofit institutions.

This role is ideal for recent graduates considering law school in the future or individuals who are interested in building a long-term career in the paralegal profession.

Following a probationary period the position offers a hybrid work schedule with up to two days per week working remotely.

Key Responsibilities:

The Litigation Paralegal will provide comprehensive support to attorneys across all stages of litigation.

Responsibilities include:

Managing case files calendars and critical deadlines.
Preparing legal documents for filing including cite-checking Bluebooking proofreading formatting and organizing filings for electronic and paper submission.
Reviewing and understanding applicable local court rules judge-specific rules and jurisdictional procedures.
Assisting with deposition preparation by gathering evidence and organizing materials.
Coordinating logistics for depositions and other case-related proceedings.
Preparing witness files exhibits notices subpoenas notebooks and case summaries.
Taking notes during proceedings and maintaining accurate case documentation.
Conducting factual research and assisting with analytical legal support tasks.
Supporting attorneys with trial preparation and providing in-court assistance during trials when required.

Why You Should Join:

Joining this firm means becoming part of a respected legal practice with a long-standing commitment to supporting the rights and interests of employees employee benefit plans labor organizations and progressive nonprofit institutions.

The firm has built a reputation for meaningful advocacy and impactful legal work and its collaborative culture ensures that every team member contributes to the success of the cases and clients served.

Paralegals play a critical role in the litigation process and are trusted members of the legal team. You will receive hands-on training mentorship and opportunities to build strong litigation and research skills while working alongside experienced attorneys.

The firm values collaboration professional development and high-quality work. If you are looking for a role where you can develop your legal skills work on significant matters and gain valuable courtroom exposure this position offers a strong foundation for your career.

Skills & Qualifications:

Candidates should possess:

An undergraduate degree with a strong academic record.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
Experience conducting factual research using online and traditional research tools.
Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
Analytical thinking and effective problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage priorities and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Initiative to anticipate attorney and client needs and provide proactive support.
Strong teamwork skills and the ability to build positive working relationships with colleagues attorneys clients and vendors.

Compensation and Work Structure:

Salary: $54000 $65000 annually depending on skills and experience.

Additional details:

Hybrid work schedule available after probationary period (up to two remote workdays per week).
Position is subject to a collective bargaining agreement.
Candidates selected for interviews may be asked to provide academic transcripts a writing sample and professional references.

Litigation Paralegal About the Role: A nationally recognized law firm based in Washington DC is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to join its legal team. This is an excellent opportunity for an organized and motivated individual interested in gaining hands-on litigation experience while supporting...