A law firm in Portsmouth, Virginia, seeks an experienced litigation paralegal. The firm handles general civil practice and cases in state and federal courts, focusing on personal injury, mass torts, medical malpractice, workers’ compensation, and products liability. The ideal candidate has experience preparing cases for court, drafting legal documents, pleadings, discovery, calendaring, and other litigation paralegal duties.
Key duties include case planning, legal research, client interviews, fact gathering, drafting and analyzing legal documents, and assisting attorneys with case management. Responsibilities include managing all aspects of cases, discovery, settlements, mediation, trial preparation, and administrative tasks. Strong written and verbal communication and the ability to work independently and as part of a team are required. Candidates must have excellent organization, communication, and writing skills. Proficiency in MS Office, Adobe, and document management systems is essential.
The firm offers in-house training, competitive pay, and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, 401k, paid time off, holidays, and garage parking.
Key Responsibilities – Litigation Paralegal- Process new cases and prepare files for attorney review
- Communicate with clients
- Calendar SOLs and trial dates
- Summarize depositions and legal documents
- Subpoena and track medical records and update chronologies
- Organize evidence
- Coordinate independent medical exams and prepare medical packages
- Draft legal documents, discovery, motions, and pleadings for attorney review
- Prepare demand letters and review document productions
- Calendar depositions, hearings, pre-trial agreements, and deadlines
- Prepare hearing exhibits and court documents
- Evaluate ongoing medical records
- Occasional travel to legal functions, hearings, and trials required.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, Teams, and client management systems required
RequirementsInterpersonal Skills – Litigation Paralegal
- Highly organized; excellent time management
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving
- Strong analytical and investigative skills
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
- Impeccable writing and grammar skills
- Ability to work well with clients and colleagues
- Professional demeanor and effective communication with clients, colleagues, court personnel, and vendors
Benefits
Compensation
$65,000 - $75,000 annually, depending on experience
Skills Required
- Experience as a litigation paralegal
- Experience preparing cases for court
- Experience drafting legal documents, pleadings, discovery, motions, and demand letters
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, Teams, and client management systems
- Proficiency with Adobe and document management systems
- Excellent organization and time management skills
- Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, analytical, and investigative skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Impeccable writing and grammar skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Professional demeanor when communicating with clients, colleagues, court personnel, and vendors
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