Paralegal

Our client, a successful national law firm, is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to join their team. In this role, you will support attorneys by handling a variety of tasks, including legal research, document preparation, and trial assistance.

Location: Boston, MA

Schedule: Hybrid (4 days in office, 1 day remote)

Salary: $85,000 - $100,000 (depending on experience

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Confer with attorneys, clients, and other professionals regarding assigned matters and case strategies.
• Prepare and draft legal documents, including routine pleadings, motions, affidavits, and interrogatories, and ensure timely filing in compliance with court procedures.
• Conduct legal research by reviewing statutes, regulations, case law, and secondary sources; provide written analyses and summaries to support attorneys’ work.
• Interview clients and witnesses and prepare detailed summaries of statements and findings.
• Organize, maintain, and manage case files, including evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, and related materials; ensure accurate storage and retrieval of records.
• Support attorneys in trial preparation, including coordinating materials and attending hearings or trials as needed.
• Track and maintain detailed records of billable hours for assigned cases.
• Carry out additional related responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience as Litigation Paralegal.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.