Litigation Paralegal

Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig Pllc•Richmond, VA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig is seeking an experienced Commercial Litigation Paralegal to join a team focused on business and individual clients with a variety of needs. This is an opportunity to play an integral role in representing individuals and businesses with a nationwide client base. Daily work includes litigation and business support. We are looking for someone who knows what it takes to solve problems and learn new areas of law. This team serves as our clients’ go-to resource for a variety of problems. The ideal candidate brings trial preparation and discovery experience, drafts with precision, and operates with the kind of professional judgment that earns the trust of attorneys and clients alike. DBL offers a collaborative, high-performance environment where skilled paralegals are valued contributors.

Requirements

Minimum 3–5 years of commercial litigation paralegal experience in a law firm or legal department setting.
Demonstrated experience drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, interrogatories, and other litigation documents.
Strong legal research, drafting, and writing skills.
Advanced organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple active matters, track deadlines, take ownership of work product, and collaborate effectively in a team environment.
Strong attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting depositions, including preparation, scheduling, exhibits, and summarization.
Prior experience in commercial litigation, IP litigation, or related complex litigation matters.

Responsibilities

Litigation and business support
Trial preparation
Discovery
Drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, interrogatories, and other litigation documents
Legal research
Supporting depositions, including preparation, scheduling, exhibits, and summarization