Overview
A full-service litigation and business law firm with multiple U.S. locations is seeking a Commercial Litigation Paralegal. This role supports attorneys in commercial litigation matters through fact investigation, legal research, document preparation, trial support, and client service. The position may be remote or based in any of the firm's offices.
Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys with fact investigation, witness interviews, drafting pleadings and correspondence, and legal research.
- Prepare and produce legal documents, medical records, and historical chronologies.
- Manage databases and conduct document analysis using document review software.
- Handle docketing, case management, and calendaring tasks.
- Prepare materials for depositions, hearings, trials, and attend proceedings as needed.
- Draft pleadings and discovery documents.
- Coordinate filing and service of pleadings and documents.
- Act as liaison between clients, colleagues, and experts to ensure timely communication and material production.
- Develop proficiency in e-discovery databases, AI software tools, internet/electronic research, and electronic file maintenance.
- Organize and manage case files independently.
- Stay informed on developments in commercial litigation and paralegal industry best practices.
- Participate in internal continuing legal education (CLE) sessions.
- Anticipate attorney needs and provide proactive support.
- Mentor junior paralegals or paralegal assistants as needed.
- Meet an annual billable hour target of 1500.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant commercial litigation paralegal experience.
- Experience with Relativity or similar document review software.
- Trial preparation and attendance experience.
- California litigation experience is required.
- Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate preferred.
- Significant substantive legal experience may be considered in lieu of formal education at management discretion.
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional and courteous interaction with clients and colleagues.
- Experience adopting legal AI technologies and ability to learn new AI tools.
- Strong organizational, time-management, and prioritization skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively and adapt to changing business demands.
- Ability to produce high-quality work efficiently and accurately.
- Sound judgment and decisiveness under deadlines.
- High level of professional integrity and confidentiality.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
- Ability to build strong client relationships through responsiveness.
- Reliability and commitment to delivering on responsibilities.
- Experience working independently without supervision.
- Clear, concise, and confident communication tailored to audience needs.
- Commitment to superior service for internal and external customers.
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation is commensurate with skills, experience, and location. Expected salary ranges by location are:
- California: $86,000 - $139,000
- Colorado: $75,000 - $119,000
- Illinois: $64,000 - $125,000
- Maryland: $73,000 - $107,000
- Massachusetts: $85,000 - $130,000
- Minnesota: $75,000 - $111,000
- Jersey City, NJ: $78,000 - $114,000
- New York: $66,000 - $125,000
- Washington: $88,000 - $134,000
- Washington, DC: $94,000 - $138,000
Bonus opportunities are discretionary and based on individual and firm performance.
Full-time employees receive benefits including medical and dental coverage, life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, paid time off, paid holidays, and retirement plan participation after eligibility.
Location
This position may be filled remotely or in any of the firm's U.S. office locations.
This description outlines the general duties and requirements of the role and is not exhaustive. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume. The employer is an equal opportunity employer.