Litigation Paralegal

Morgan & Morgan, P.A. • Detroit, MI

19d • Onsite

About The Position

The Litigation Paralegal works closely with a lead attorney and legal assistant, supporting litigation matters from case preparation through trial and settlement. The role includes drafting and filing legal documents, coordinating discovery and depositions, managing case records and deadlines, communicating with clients and legal stakeholders, and assisting attorneys with trial preparation and case settlements. The position is on-site. The employer states that the role offers competitive pay and a generous bonus plan.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of litigation experience.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage workload with a positive attitude and minimal supervision.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in calendaring depositions, mediations, and hearings.
• Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules, procedures, and practices.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Extensive computer and database expertise, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Typing speed of at least 35 words per minute.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree, certificate, or equivalent work experience.
• Completion of a nationally accredited paralegal program.
• Experience in personal injury, workers’ compensation, premises liability, or other injury-related practice areas.

Responsibilities

• Prepare legal documents, including pleadings, motions, affidavits, complaints, and legal memoranda.
• E-file court documents in state and federal court.
• Communicate with clients, courts, counsel, and other parties.
• Conduct legal research and factual investigations.
• Prepare discovery documents, interrogatories, and responses.
• Draft and serve summonses.
• Coordinate and summarize depositions.
• Prepare trial binders and exhibits.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and appellate documents and file them with the court.
• Perform administrative duties, including calendaring hearings and deadlines, organizing case files, and managing logistics.
• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes.
• Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices.
• Assist the attorney with interrogatories and other discovery requests.
• Gather relevant information from a variety of sources.
• Liaise between trial teams and internal and external third parties.
• Prepare witnesses.
• Assist with case settlements.
• Perform other tasks as requested by the attorney.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Competitive pay
• Generous bonus plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed