Litigation Paralegal

Min 2 yrs required

Full-time

No

We also offer opportunities for advancement and a supportive, team-oriented work environment.

Litigation Paralegal - Morgan & Morgan - Washington, DC

H1: Join Our Team as a Litigation Paralegal at Morgan & Morgan in Washington, DC
H2: Exciting Opportunity for Experienced Litigation Paralegal at Leading Law Firm

Law Firm Seeks Experienced Litigation Paralegal in Washington, DC

Key Responsibilities:

- Prepare legal documents and court filings
- Communicate with clients, court, and counsel
- Conduct legal research and factual investigation
- Assist with case settlements and witness preparation
- Organize and manage case files and deadlines

Qualifications:

- Associate degree, certificate, or equivalent work experience (preferred)
- High School Diploma or GED (required)
- 2+ years of litigation experience (required)
- Completion of a nationally accredited paralegal program (preferred)
- Experience in Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Premises Liability, or other injury related practice areas. (preferred)

Benefits:

- Medical and dental insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Paid time off and holidays
- Opportunities for advancement
- Supportive, team-oriented work environment

Join Our Winning Team at Morgan & Morgan

At Morgan & Morgan, we are dedicated to fighting for consumer rights and protecting the people against powerful entities. Our team of over 3,000 employees is united by a mission to make a difference in the lives of millions of Americans. As a Litigation Paralegal, you will play a crucial role in this fight by providing essential support to our talented attorneys before, during, and after trials.

Responsibilities of a Litigation Paralegal

- Prepare legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda
- E-file court documents in state and federal court
- Communicate with clients, court, counsel, and other parties involved in the case
- Conduct legal research and factual investigation
- Prepare discovery documents, interrogatories, and responses
- Draft and serve summons
- Coordinate and summarize depositions
- Prepare trial binders and exhibits
- Draft pleadings, motions, and appellate documents and file them with the court
- Perform administrative duties such as calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, and manage logistics
- Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes
- Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices
- Aid attorneys with interrogatories and other discovery requests
- Gather relevant information from various sources
- Liaise between trial teams and internal/external third parties
- Prepare witnesses for trial
- Assist with case settlements
- Other tasks as requested by the attorney

Qualifications for Success

To succeed as a Litigation Paralegal at Morgan & Morgan, you should possess the following qualifications:

- Associate degree, certificate, or equivalent work experience (preferred)
- High School Diploma or GED (required)
- 2+ years of litigation experience (required)
- Completion of a nationally accredited paralegal program (preferred)
- Experience in Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Premises Liability, or other injury related practice areas. (preferred)
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage workload with a positive attitude and minimal supervision
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in calendaring depositions, mediations, and hearings
- Knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules, procedures, and practices
- Highly organized with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Extensive computer and database expertise, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and a typing speed of at least 35 wpm

Join Our Winning Team and Reap the Benefits

At Morgan & Morgan, we believe that our success starts with our staff. That's why we offer an excellent benefits package for full-time employees, including medical and dental insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and paid holidays. We also provide opportunities for advancement and a supportive, team-oriented work environment.

Apply Today and Join Our Team

If you are an experienced Litigation Paralegal looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference, apply today to join our team at Morgan & Morgan in Washington, DC. We are dedicated to protecting the people and fighting for consumer rights, and we need talented individuals like you to help us achieve our mission. Join us and be a part of something meaningful.

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