Entry Level Paralegal - Litigation / Casualty Defense - Mount Laurel, NJ / Hybrid Schedule

The Law Offices of Marshall Dennehey, a nationally recognized civil defense litigation firm, is seeking an entry level full‑time Paralegal to join our Mount Laurel, New Jersey office. 

At Marshall Dennehey, our culture truly sets us apart. We are proud of our respectful, supportive workplace, our commitment to work‑life balance, and our long‑tenured team members who have built rewarding, lasting careers with the firm. We believe great legal work starts with people who feel valued, supported, and appreciated for their contributions.

Litigation Practice Areas Include:

Motor vehicle accidents, Premises and Products Liability, Insurance coverage issues, Negligent security and liquor liability. Personal injury actions may include Slip and fall claims; Property damage claims; Fire loss claims.

Is This You?

• A highly organized, detail‑oriented paralegal who enjoys playing a critical role on a collaborative legal team
• Comfortable managing fast‑paced discovery, preparing cases for trial, and independently maintaining a caseload
• Motivated to advance your paralegal career in an environment where your skills, effort, and dedication are recognized and appreciated

If so, we would love to hear from you.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive health insurance, including: Medical, dental, prescription, and vision coverage
• Generous Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Bonus program
• Firm‑sponsored voluntary benefits, including: Supplemental life insurance, Identity theft protection, Pet insurance, Legal plan and Flexible spending accounts
• Free on‑site parking
• Hybrid work schedule (remote/in‑office) supporting work‑life balance

Job Duties May Include:

• Obtaining, reviewing, and analyzing documents, including medical, financial, tax, and employment records
• Creating detailed medical and factual chronologies
• Preparing trial notebooks, exhibits, and witness files
• Compiling evidence through discovery documents, transcripts, records, libraries, and databases
• Managing and organizing electronic and physical case files
• Coordinating with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and support services
• Generating status reports, logs, and case indexes
• Corresponding with clients and opposing law firms
• Conducting legal and medical research, including review of expert materials
• Communicating with experts and analyzing their qualifications, prior testimony, transcripts, and publications
• Performing additional duties as needed

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to multi‑task and prioritize
• Ability to meet deadlines while managing multiple assignments
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professionalism
• Willingness to learn and adapt as new skills are required
• Dedication to fostering a spirit of teamwork and cooperation

Job Requirements:

• 1-3 years of litigation/casualty paralegal experience
• Bachelor's or Associate's degree required
• Paralegal Certificate from an ABA‑approved program preferred

Salary range: $40,000 - $50,000

The posted salary range for this position is based on several legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the Firm. Marshall Dennehey is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws.

If you're looking to join a firm where people stay, careers grow, and work‑life balance is genuinely respected, Marshall Dennehey offers an exceptional opportunity.

Marshall Dennehey does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to job postings.

Marshall Dennehey supports and encourages workplace diversity and we are an Equal Opportunity Employer AA/M/F/D/V.

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