Paralegal - Litigation

Core Accountabilities

1. Litigation Support Execution

Accountable for accurate and timely execution of assigned litigation support tasks.

This includes:

• Drafting standard pleadings, discovery shells, and correspondence 

• Preparing filing packages for court submission 

• Organizing exhibits and supporting documentation 

• Assisting in preparation of motions and case materials 

• Formatting and proofreading legal documents 

2. Deadline & Calendar Control

Accountable for maintaining accurate tracking and execution of litigation deadlines.

This includes:

• Maintaining case calendars and deadline tracking 

• Monitoring court dates, filings, and response deadlines 

• Confirming completion of scheduled tasks 

• Escalating risks prior to deadline failure 

3. File & Document Control

Accountable for maintaining organized, complete, and audit-ready case files.

This includes:

• Managing digital and physical case files 

• Ensuring all documents are properly labeled and stored 

• Maintaining version control 

• Updating case records in PracticePanther 

4. Discovery & Evidence Coordination

Accountable for supporting structured discovery and document management.

This includes:

• Drafting and organizing discovery requests and responses 

• Managing document production and indexing 

• Reviewing materials for completeness 

• Coordinating evidence collection 

5. Billing & Time Capture Support

Accountable for supporting accurate billing through proper task execution and documentation.

This includes:

• Recording task activity within case systems 

• Supporting attorneys with documentation needed for billing 

• Ensuring all completed work is reflected in case records 

• Identifying unbilled work activity 

Qualifications

• 3+ years litigation paralegal experience
• Strong understanding of civil litigation process
  Experience with:
• Discovery management
• Court filings and deadlines
• Trial preparation