Paralegal

Segal McCambridge, a national litigation firm, is seeking a Paralegal for our Detroit (Southfield) office to support a busy general liability team. This position offers exponential opportunity for someone looking to perform challenging work in a collaborative, team environment within a well‑established, but growing organization. Summary The General Litigation Paralegal enhances attorney effectiveness by developing case information, evidence, and settlement options; tracking cases; supporting attorney's trial proceedings; and other projects as assigned. Responsibilities Prepare legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, motions, discovery, and notices for review, approval, and settlement documents for use by attorneys. Manage calendar system for timely response to all court deadlines. Investigate facts and law of the case to determine causes of action and to prepare the case accordingly. Prepare indexes of documents and maintain document/case files. Maintain accurate indexes regarding all pertinent information on each case. Research and analyze law sources such as statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, treaties, constitutions, and legal code. Review discovery and prepare, issue and record subpoenas for records and deposition. Communicate with courts, outside counsel, clients, experts, and vendors. Interface with internal and external vendors during e‑discovery process. Prepare case information and forward to expert witnesses. Assist attorneys with preparation for hearings, depositions, and trial. Manage and enter case information into NetDocs database. Maintain file on experts used in litigation by both parties. Prepare for trial and handle all aspects of trial tasks. Qualifications Bachelor's degree required. Paralegal Certificate from an ABA‑approved institution. Minimum of 3 years of defense litigation experience required; experience in handling personal injury, no‑fault and/or other general litigation matters preferred. E‑discovery and ESI database experience required. E‑discovery Project Management experience preferred. Must be able to work independently while functioning well in a team environment. Must have exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Task‑oriented with excellent sense of prioritization, highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks and to work under pressure. Quick learner with strong attention to detail and initiative. Excellent organization and communication skills. Proficient in legal research inclusive of LexisNexis. Proficient in tracking and entering billable time. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications. Benefits Benefits 401(k) with Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental Referral program Vision insurance If you are looking to be challenged and take leadership of high level, sophisticated tasks while having the ability to work collaboratively with an experienced litigation team, please apply and include your cover letter and resume. In addition to a competitive salary and opportunity for bonus, we offer a comprehensive benefits pack. About the Firm Segal McCambridge has built a reputation as a national law firm of accomplished trial attorneys for almost four decades. Founded in 1986, the firm has grown from a four‑lawyer shop in Chicago to a national firm with additional offices in Austin, Boston, Denver, Detroit, Ft. Lauderdale, Houston, Indianapolis, Los Angeles, New York City, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Providence, Roseland, San Francisco, St. Louis, Tampa, Tulsa and Wheeling. The firm routinely counsels and defends clients, including Fortune 500 companies, corporations, and individuals in complex litigation matters including, but not limited to: asbestos, class action, construction, employment, environmental, food and beverage, insurance coverage and bad faith, life sciences, product liability, professional liability, technology and cyber risk, transportation, and war warranty. #J-18808-Ljbffr