Paralegal / Legal Assistant

Responsibilities Provide comprehensive litigation and administrative support throughout all phases of the legal process Draft, review, and revise legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, notices, and correspondence Prepare, file, and serve pleadings and discovery in compliance with court rules and applicable procedural requirements Coordinate depositions, mediations, hearings, and meetings with attorneys, clients, experts, court personnel, and vendors Maintain organized case files, litigation calendars, and document management systems Assist with trial preparation, including assembling exhibits, trial binders, witness files, and supporting materials Retrieve and organize case-related information and documents as needed for hearings and trials Perform legal research using tools such as Westlaw and LexisNexis Review court dockets and obtain case-related filings and information Summarize discovery responses, medical records, and other case materials for attorney review Support all phases of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation Track and manage litigation deadlines, court appearances, and case schedules using case management software Schedule meetings, depositions, hearings, and conferences Requirements Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies, Legal Studies, or a related field Paralegal certification from an ABA-accredited program preferred Minimum of 3 years of paralegal experience, preferably in insurance defense, personal injury litigation, civil litigation law firms Experience supporting attorneys through all phases of litigation Experience with automobile insurance claims and litigation is preferred Proficiency with legal research platforms, including Westlaw and LexisNexis Experience with case management software and litigation support tools Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook) Excellent written and verbal communication skills Exceptional organizational and time-management abilities Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in providing comprehensive litigation support, including drafting legal documents, managing case files, and conducting legal research using platforms like Westlaw and LexisNexis. Proficient in coordinating litigation activities and maintaining compliance with court rules and deadlines. #J-18808-Ljbffr