Litigation Paralegal

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Litigation Support & Case Management:

• Support attorneys through all phases of general liability and professional liability litigation.
• Manage and maintain litigation case files, ensuring documents and case materials are organized, accurate, and readily accessible.
• Assist with litigation matters in both state and federal courts.
• Conduct legal research and summarize findings for attorney review.
• Communicate with clients, courts, vendors, and outside counsel regarding case status and procedural matters.
• Maintain and monitor litigation calendars, including court dates, discovery deadlines, and internal milestones.
• Organize and manage electronic document management systems and case databases.

Discovery & Document Management:

• Assist with all phases of the discovery process, including drafting discovery requests and responses.
• Organize document productions and assist with document review and management.
• Track discovery deadlines and ensure materials are prepared and submitted in a timely manner.
• Follow up with providers and other parties to obtain records and documentation needed to support litigation matters.
• Ensure litigation documents and records are properly organized and maintained throughout the life of each case.

Subpoenas & Records Coordination:

• Prepare, issue, serve, and track subpoenas in accordance with applicable procedures and deadlines.
• Communicate with medical providers, records custodians, vendors, and other third parties regarding subpoena requests.
• Monitor subpoena service and compliance.
• Follow up on outstanding requests and coordinate the collection and production of responsive documents.
• Maintain accurate records of subpoena activity, responses, and outstanding items.

Motion Practice & Trial Preparation:

• Support attorneys with motion practice and other litigation filings.
• Assist with trial preparation, including preparing exhibits, witness materials, and trial binders.
• Assist with creating PowerPoint presentations and other materials for hearings, depositions, trials, and attorney presentations.
• Ensure case materials are complete, organized, and available for attorney review.
• On occasion, attend hearings and trials with attorneys to provide litigation support.

Communication & Administrative Support:

• Coordinate with attorneys, clients, courts, vendors, and outside counsel to keep litigation matters on schedule.
• Monitor deadlines and proactively communicate outstanding tasks or potential issues.
• Maintain accurate case records and update litigation databases as needed.
• Provide general administrative and organizational support to the litigation team.
• Take initiative in identifying ways to improve case organization, document management, and workflow efficiency.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• 1-3 years of litigation experience as a paralegal or legal secretary.
• Experience supporting litigation matters; general liability or professional liability experience is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures, discovery, subpoenas, and case management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Proficiency with PDF software and electronic document management systems.
• Familiarity with document management platforms such as iManage is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and case-related responsibilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to conduct legal research and clearly summarize findings.
• Professional, reliable, proactive, and collaborative demeanor.
• Ability to work independently while effectively supporting attorneys and working as part of a team.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Full-time position based in Hartford, Connecticut.
• Collaborative and team-oriented professional environment within a leading litigation law firm.
• Fast-paced legal environment requiring the ability to manage multiple cases, priorities, and deadlines.
• Regular interaction with attorneys, clients, courts, vendors, outside counsel, and other legal professionals.
• Frequent use of computers, legal research tools, document management systems, Microsoft Office, PDF software, and standard office equipment.
• Occasional attendance at court hearings and trials with attorneys.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced attorneys and gain meaningful hands-on experience across all stages of litigation.

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Advocate
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Programs
• Parental Leave
• Military Leave
• Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible Spending Plan
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Vacation, Sick, and Personal Paid Time Off
• Discounts on Tickets, Shows, Hotels, and More
• Identity Theft Protection