Litigation Paralegal

Litigation Paralegal

LHH is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal for an onsite contract opportunity with a respected law firm or corporate legal department. The ideal candidate will have strong litigation support experience, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple cases in a fast-paced environment. This role will provide direct support to attorneys throughout all phases of the litigation process.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with all phases of litigation from case inception through trial.
• Prepare, draft, and file pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and other legal documents.
• Manage and organize case files, exhibits, and litigation databases.
• Coordinate document production and discovery processes.
• Conduct legal research and gather case-related information.
• Review, summarize, and analyze medical records, deposition transcripts, and legal documents.
• Monitor court deadlines and maintain litigation calendars.
• Prepare trial binders, exhibits, witness files, and hearing materials.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and vendors.
• Support attorneys with trial preparation and courtroom logistics.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of litigation paralegal experience.
• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures and court filing requirements.
• Experience managing discovery, document review, and trial preparation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting critical deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Paralegal Certificate or Associate/Bachelor's degree.
• Experience with e-filing in state and federal courts.
• Familiarity with legal case management and document management software.
• Prior experience supporting complex commercial, insurance defense, employment, or civil litigation matters.

Skills

• Litigation support
• Discovery management
• Legal research
• Trial preparation
• Document review and analysis
• Court filings
• Case management
• Attention to detail
• Written and verbal communication
• Time management and organization

Competitive compensation offered based on experience and qualifications.