Litigation Paralegal

Litigation Paralegal

LHH is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal for an opportunity with a well-respected and growing full-service law firm client with offices throughout NC. This opportunity in the firm's Asheville office and will support multiple attorneys in their business litigation practice.

Duties

• Assist attorneys with the intake, organization, investigation, and resolution of litigation matters
• Draft and prepare complaints, answers, motions, correspondence, memoranda, and other court documents
• Draft interrogatories, discovery requests and responses, and complex pleadings
• Coordinate and communicate with clients, attorneys, courts, and other parties involved in litigation matters
• Manage docketing, calendaring, deadlines, and case schedules
• Organize and maintain case files and litigation materials
• Monitor case progress and follow up to ensure required actions and deadlines are completed
• Assist with electronic discovery and online legal and factual research
• Provide additional litigation support to attorneys and team members as needed

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of litigation paralegal experience strongly preferred
• Appellate experience is a plus, but not required
• Degree in Paralegal Technology preferred, but relevant experience may substitute for education
• North Carolina Notary Public commission or ability to obtain one
• Strong organizational, time-management, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication and client-service skills
• Strong attention to detail and proofreading abilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, PDF software, e-discovery tools, and online research
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively as part of a team

Competitive benefits include comprehensive health insurance, profit sharing, 401(k) and Roth 401(k) plans, generous PTO, and potential discretionary year-end bonus. A hybrid work schedule is available after the training period.