Legal Assistant

Litigation Paralegal (Construction & Business Litigation)

A well-established and highly respected law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join its growing litigation practice. This role supports a collaborative team of attorneys handling a mix of construction defect, business litigation, and municipal law matters. The litigation group is expanding and anticipates continued growth over the coming year.

This is an excellent opportunity for a paralegal who thrives in a team-oriented environment and enjoys being actively involved in all phases of litigation and trial preparation.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys through all stages of litigation
• Coordinate and assist with trial preparation, including exhibits, binders, and courtroom logistics
• Manage court filings, docketing, and case deadlines
• Organize and maintain case files and litigation documents
• Work closely with attorneys, paralegals, and legal support staff to ensure cases progress efficiently
• Assist with discovery, document management, and trial-related tasks

Qualifications

• 3+ years of litigation paralegal experience required
• Strong experience supporting litigation matters from inception through trial
• Prior construction litigation or construction defect experience highly preferred
• Demonstrated trial preparation experience is required
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Why Join This Team?

• Collaborative group of attorneys and legal professionals
• Growing litigation practice with significant trial activity anticipated over the next several years
• Opportunity to work closely with experienced litigators on complex matters
• Supportive environment with dedicated legal assistants and paralegal team members

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with 95% employer-paid employee coverage
• Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) with up to 10% employer contribution/profit-sharing match
• Up to 16 days PTO annually plus 10 paid holidays
• Paid sick leave and up to 6 weeks of paid parental leave
• Health Savings Account with employer contributions
• Commuter benefits
• Voluntary benefits, including pet insurance
• Annual discretionary bonus opportunity

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