Legal Assistant / Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

In-house litigation department of Fidelity National Financial, a Fortune 500 Company, is seeking a full time, experienced paralegal/litigation assistant for our trial team of attorneys in the North Bethesda, Maryland office. The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in litigation, including pleadings, discovery, document control, document filing, legal research, and trial support.

Candidates must: have a  minimum of 3 years of substantive experience in civil litigation . This role requires a candidate willing to undertake both administrative tasks and substantive litigation support. Excellent organization skills, attention to detail, understanding of technology, curiosity, and ability to work in a fast-paced team environment are essential. Real Estate (title/escrow) and insurance defense experience in Maryland, Virginia and DC are a plus.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive support to trial attorneys in all phases of litigation throughout MD, DC, VA circuit and federal courts.
• Prepare, review, and manage legal documents and correspondence.
• Assist with case management, including filing and organizing case files.
• Conduct legal research and gather relevant information for cases.
• Schedule and coordinate depositions, hearings, and meetings.
• Manage attorney calendars and ensure timely follow-up on deadlines.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Perform administrative tasks such as filing, copying, data entry, supply ordering and invoice processing.

Hours are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, M – F, with some flexibility for remote work days.

Please submit resume and 3 professional references.

Compensation and Benefits

$30.00 - $35.00 hourly rate based on job-related factors such as skillset and experience. The base compensation is one component of the total rewards package offered to our employees, including optional health and welfare insurance (medical/dental/vision/life/disability) ; paid holidays, vacation, and sick time off; and matching 401(k) plan and matching employee stock purchase plan.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY POLICY

FNF, its affiliates and subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $72,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Rockville, MD 20852 (Required)

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person