Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

Our client is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to provide short-term coverage for a leave of absence. This is a great opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who can step in quickly and support a fast-paced litigation team.

Job Title: Litigation Paralegal (Contract – Short-Term Coverage)

Start Date: June 22

Duration: 3–6 weeks

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:30 AM–5:30 PM

Location: Fully onsite (5 days/week)

Pay Rate: $35–$40/hour (depending on experience)

Key Responsibilities

• Support attorneys and the Head of Litigation across all phases of litigation
• Manage case files, track deadlines, and organize litigation materials
• Draft, proofread, and file legal documents (pleadings, motions, subpoenas, discovery, correspondence)
• Coordinate document production and assist with e-discovery processes
• Conduct legal and factual research
• Prepare exhibits, binders, chronologies, and witness files
• Assist with hearing, deposition, mediation, and trial preparation
• Review and summarize medical records, discovery responses, and deposition transcripts
• Communicate with attorneys, court personnel, and vendors
• Accurately track and bill time in accordance with expectations

• Minimum 3+ years of litigation paralegal experience
• E-discovery experience strongly preferred
• Trial preparation experience highly desired
• Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable working fully onsite, 5 days per week
• Able to ramp up quickly and provide immediate support