Civil Litigation Paralegal

Civil Litigation ParalegalBlock LLP is looking for an experienced Civil Litigation Paralegal to join our Habitability Department. This role will support plaintiff-side cases involving unsafe housing conditions, landlord negligence, tenant harassment, wrongful eviction, and other housing-related disputes. While prior habitability or landlord-tenant experience is a plus, we are also open to candidates with strong civil litigation experience who are interested in growing in this area of law. This is a great opportunity for a litigation paralegal who understands pleadings, discovery, deadlines, filings, client communication, and trial preparation, and wants to use those skills in meaningful work that helps tenants and families pursue safe housing and justice. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple cases and deadlines in a fast-paced law firm environment.Block LLP is a rapidly growing plaintiff law firm dedicated to delivering exceptional results and exemplary service to our clients. We are passionate about helping individuals and families navigate difficult situations with compassion, advocacy, and expertise. Our culture is built around five core values: Vibrant Culture, Teamwork, Relentless Pursuit of Excellence, Dependability, and Exemplary Service. These values guide how we support our clients, collaborate with one another, and approach our work every day.What You'll DoSupport attorneys through all stages of plaintiff-side litigationAssist with habitability, tenant-rights, landlord-tenant, and housing-related casesDraft and prepare pleadings, discovery, subpoenas, correspondence, and other legal documentsAssist with discovery requests, responses, document review, and document productionFile legal documents with the court and track filing deadlinesMaintain litigation calendars and help ensure deadlines are metOrganize and update case files, records, evidence, and client documentsGather and review documents such as photos, inspection reports, repair requests, leases, notices, medical records, and other supporting evidenceCommunicate with clients to gather information, documentation, and case updatesCoordinate with attorneys, clients, experts, inspectors, contractors, medical providers, opposing counsel, and court personnelPrepare materials for hearings, mediations, depositions, arbitrations, and trialAssist with trial preparation, including exhibits, binders, witness information, and case materialsMaintain accurate case notes and updates in the firm's case management systemProvide professional, compassionate communication to clients throughout the litigation processAssist with additional litigation and administrative tasks as needed