Paralegal

At Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. (QPWB) , success starts with people. As the nation's largest minority- and women-owned law firm, we foster a culture where employees feel valued, empowered, and inspired to grow. We are currently seeking an experienced Paralegal to join our remote Toxic Tort and Product Liability Litigation team , supporting attorneys handling complex litigation matters across multiple jurisdictions.

Is this the next step in your career Find out if you are the right candidate by reading through the complete overview below.

This full-time remote position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work alongside a nationally recognized litigation team handling sophisticated toxic tort and product liability matters.

Why Join Us?

Complex, High-Impact Litigation – Support attorneys handling challenging toxic tort and product liability matters involving extensive discovery, expert witnesses, and complex factual and medical issues.

Remote Flexibility – Enjoy the benefits of a fully remote position while collaborating with attorneys and legal professionals nationwide.

Professional Growth & Development – Gain exposure to all phases of litigation, from case inception through trial preparation and resolution.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits – We offer a competitive salary, performance-based incentives, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Your Role: Paralegal – Toxic Tort & Product Liability

As a Paralegal, you will provide comprehensive litigation support to attorneys and play an integral role in managing complex toxic tort and product liability cases from inception through resolution.

Key Responsibilities

Case & File Management

• Manage case files throughout all phases of litigation.
• Maintain organized electronic files, pleadings, exhibits, and correspondence.
• Track case deadlines and assist attorneys with case preparation, litigation support and trial readiness.

Discovery & Document Management

• Draft and prepare discovery requests and responses.
• Organize, review, and analyze large volumes of documents and records.
• Assist with document productions, subpoenas, and privilege logs.
• Prepare factual summaries, medical chronologies, timelines, and case summaries for attorney review.

Medical Records & Exposure Analysis

• Review and summarize medical records, pathology reports, occupational histories and exposure documentation.
• Assist attorneys with exposure histories, causation evidence, and damages-related documentation.
• Prepare detailed medical and factual chronologies for attorney review.

Expert Witness & Trial Support

• Coordinate expert witness materials, reports, depositions, and scheduling.
• Prepare deposition summaries, trial notebooks, exhibits, and witness files.
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation, hearings, mediations, and arbitration.

Court Filings & Calendaring

• Prepare and electronically file pleadings and legal documents in state and federal courts.
• Manage court deadlines and litigation calendars.
• Ensure compliance with court rules and filing requirements.

Attorney & Client Support

• Draft legal correspondence and routine litigation documents.
• Communicate professionally with attorneys, clients, experts, court personnel, and opposing counsel.
• Maintain responsiveness and accountability in a remote work environment.

Experience

• 3+ years of litigation paralegal experience required
• Prior experienc e in Toxic Tort and/or Product Liability litig ation strongly preferred.
• Experience reviewing and summarizing medical records, expert reports, and technical documentation.
• Trial preparation experience is a plus.

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong understanding of civil litigation procedures and case management practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced litigation environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.

Technology Proficiency

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Experience with state and federal court e-filing systems.
• Familiarity with Litify, Salesforce, or similar case management platforms is preferred.
• Experience with document management systems and e-discovery platforms is a plus.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required. xhyhwjd
• Paralegal Certificate, Associate's Degree, or Bachelor's Degree preferred.