Paralegal, Litigation
$70,000–$90,000 year
Remote · United States
Job Summary
Paralegal, Litigation at Democracy Defenders Action (remote, US-based). Supports attorneys on a litigation team defending democracy, with duties including preparing and electronically filing pleadings and other court documents, proofreading and cite-checking briefs, ensuring compliance with local rules, drafting administrative filings (e.g., summons, subpoenas), and managing litigation operations (Case files, dockets, calendars, and databases like Clio and PACER). Requires paralegal certification and 3+ years of relevant experience; strong writing, editing, and organizational skills; ability to multi-task and meet deadlines; occasional night/weekend work; remote work from any US state with optional DC office access; salary range $70,000-$90,000 with comprehensive benefits.
Required Qualifications
- Paralegal Certification
- 3+ years of relevant experience as a Legal Assistant or Litigation Paralegal
- Strong writing and editing skills
- Proficiency in Google and Microsoft suites
- Knowledge of PACER, ECF, and relational case management databases is a plus
- Available for occasional night and weekend work
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