Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Paralegal for a prominent firm in the Southfield area. This role works closely with attorneys on complex disputes, helping move cases forward through strong document management, research, and trial preparation support. The ideal candidate is highly organized, comfortable handling competing deadlines, and confident working within a fast-paced legal setting.

Responsibilities:

• Support attorneys across the full lifecycle of commercial litigation matters, from initial case development through trial and post-trial activity.

• Prepare, revise, and submit legal documents such as pleadings, motions, discovery materials, subpoenas, and detailed correspondence.

• Oversee discovery-related work by organizing collections, coordinating reviews, and managing document productions with accuracy and consistency.

• Maintain complete and well-ordered case records in both digital and physical formats to ensure easy access to critical information.

• Perform factual and legal research using appropriate legal databases and compile findings for attorney review.

• Create deposition summaries, case chronologies, witness materials, and trial binders to strengthen case preparation.

• Arrange and track litigation events, including depositions, mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and other scheduled proceedings.

• Handle electronic court filings in state and federal jurisdictions while monitoring rule compliance and filing deadlines.

• Assist with trial readiness by coordinating exhibits, preparing witnesses, and providing support during courtroom proceedings.

• Communicate clearly with clients, outside counsel, court staff, experts, and service providers while monitoring key dates and attorney calendars.