Litigation Paralegal

Are you a seasoned litigation paralegal ready to shape the future of a dynamic legal team?

Do you excel in managing complex personal injury cases from discovery through trial?

Are you motivated by the challenge of propelling cases towards resolution with autonomy and efficiency?

Can you thrive in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment driven by excellence and results?

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• →Case Management: Oversee approximately 50 active litigation cases, ensuring all details are meticulously handled from discovery through trial.
• →Discovery Process: Draft and respond to discovery requests, maintaining rigorous attention to detail and deadlines.
• →Deadline Monitoring: Proactively manage and calendar all litigation deadlines, scheduling orders, and court appearances.
• →Coordination: Arrange and coordinate depositions and mediations, facilitating smooth legal proceedings.
• →Document Organization: Maintain large, document-heavy case files with precision, using the Smokeball case management system.
• →Attorney Support: Enable attorneys to focus on strategic decision-making by managing day-to-day case progressions.
• →Resolution Focused: Move cases towards timely and favorable resolutions through settlement or trial outcomes.

• Litigation Experience: At least 5 years of personal injury litigation experience, with a focus on complex cases, not just straightforward 'wrecks and checks.'
• Autonomy: Demonstrated ability to fully own and manage a litigation docket with minimal direction, proactively driving cases forward without hand-holding. Comfortable working under and reporting to a younger, high-performing paralegal supervisor.
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with Smokeball and similar legal technologies for efficient case management.
• Organizational Skills: Exceptional ability to manage a high volume of documents and adhere to strict deadlines.
• Professional Judgment: Strong discernment in distinguishing tasks requiring attorney input from those manageable independently.
• Business Acumen: Strong understanding of efficiency, case progression, and the role’s impact on firm profitability.
• Professional Judgment & Client Boundaries: Maintain clear professional boundaries with clients while exercising strong judgment on when to involve attorneys.

• Impactful Work Environment: Join a team focused on excellence and making a genuine difference in clients' lives.
• Growth Opportunities: Be pivotal in transforming litigation operations, working alongside leadership to foster innovation.
• Supportive Culture: Work in a collaborative, low-drama, professional environment that values accountability, team success, and forward momentum.
• Autonomy and Responsibility: Enjoy significant responsibility and autonomy in managing cases and driving resolutions.