Litigation Paralegal

Moore & Lee, P.C. is a boutique law firm located in Tysons Corner, Virginia, specializing in construction litigation and government contracts. We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented full-time Litigation Paralegal with a minimum of five years of experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil litigation and excellent organizational abilities. Experience in construction law or government contracts is highly desirable but not required.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of document production, including e-discovery preparation and review, document coding, and privilege logging.
• Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, affidavits, and discovery requests.
• Prepare for depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials, including assembling exhibits and organizing case files.
• Conduct legal research using Westlaw, PACER, and other databases, and prepare written memoranda summarizing findings for attorney reviews.
• Interview clients and witnesses and prepare summaries of statements.
• Organize, maintain, and retrieve case files, including exhibits, evidence, pleadings, and deposition transcripts.
• Provide trial and hearing support, including preparing trial notebooks, managing exhibits, and assisting attorneys during proceedings.
• Track and maintain accurate records of billable time and case activity.
• Meet with attorneys, clients, and other professionals.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the firm’s litigation practice.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of litigation paralegal experience, including substantial e-discovery experience.
• Paralegal certificate preferred; however, equivalent experience in a law firm litigation practice will be considered.
• Experience in construction law or complex commercial litigation is highly desirable.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), document review platforms (e.g., Relativity), and legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and professionally.
• Thorough understanding of civil litigation procedures, court rules, legal terminology, and research methodologies research methods.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a client-service orientation and the ability to build rapport with attorneys, clients, and staff.
• Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to shifting demands.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, and high-pressure environment.
• Commitment to maintaining strict confidentiality and exercising sound professional judgment.

Compensation and Benefits

Moore & Lee offers a competitive compensation and benefits package commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits program that includes:

• Paid time off
• Comprehensive healthcare, and dental insurance
• Long-term disability, and life insurance
• Retirement plan options
• Profit sharing, and annual bonus eligibility
• Paid parking, and onsite fitness center access

Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while working at a computer.
• Ability to occasionally move office materials and supplies weighing up to 15 pounds

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit the following:

• Resume (required for review)
• Cover Letter briefly explaining your interest in Moore & Lee and this position. Please include the words “Tysons Corner” somewhere within your submission. (required for review)
• Optional short video introduction (2–3 minutes) highlighting your background, experience, and interest in the role.
• If you choose to submit a video introduction, please email your resume, cover letter, and video (or a link to the video) to View email address on click.appcast.io.