Teams at RumbergerKirk

Experienced Litigation Paralegal supporting attorneys through all phases of civil defense litigation. Responsibilities include case management, discovery, subpoenas, medical-record review, deposition and trial preparation, expert-discovery support, deadline tracking, client and witness coordination, litigation database maintenance, trial exhibits, and courtroom support. The role requires at least five years of law-firm experience, strong organization and communication skills, independent judgment, teamwork, and travel to depositions, mediations, trials, accident scenes, and evidence locations.

Supports attorneys through all phases of litigation by managing case files, discovery, subpoenas, medical record summaries, depositions, expert materials, trial preparation, and case deadlines. Coordinates with clients, witnesses, experts, investigators, and opposing counsel; maintains litigation databases, prepares exhibits and presentations, attends proceedings, tracks billable time, and travels as needed. The role also includes mentoring team members and working overtime when necessary.

Handles civil litigation cases from inception through trial, including depositions, hearings, mediations, motion practice, legal research, client communication, witness and expert interviews, negotiations, and trial preparation. The attorney collaborates on litigation strategy and case development while managing increasing responsibility. Alabama bar licensure and 2–5 years of civil litigation defense experience are required.