Litigation Paralegal
On-siteRichmond, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Gather, organize, and analyze information related to personal injury claims while preparing and coordinating service of process. Draft, prepare, and file legal documents with appropriate Virginia courts, maintaining accurate electronic and physical client files. Manage litigation calendars including court hearings, deadlines, and case milestones, and assist attorneys with discovery, motions, and trial preparation. Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and outside vendors. This onsite position in Richmond, Virginia, supports two attorneys on matters proceeding through General District and Circuit Courts, requiring a minimum of five years of litigation paralegal experience and knowledge of Virginia civil court procedures.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of litigation paralegal or litigation legal assistant experience
- Thorough knowledge of Virginia General District and Circuit Court procedures
- litigation documentation
- discovery
- motions
- evidence
- court rules
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Exceptional organizational skills
- attention to detail
- Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines
- maintaining accuracy
- Strong judgment
- discretion
- ability to maintain confidentiality
- Collaborative team player
- ability to work independently
- Onsite position
- Monday–Friday
- 40-hour workweek
Desired Qualifications
- Experience using case management software
- Filevine experience
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