Paralegal

Segal McCambridge

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Segal McCambridge, a nationally recognized litigation firm, is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to support its Pennsylvania practice. This position offers flexibility to work out of our Pittsburgh or Philadelphia offices. This is an excellent opportunity for a paralegal who wants hands-on involvement in sophisticated litigation matters, meaningful responsibility, and direct collaboration with experienced trial attorneys—while maintaining work-life flexibility. Paralegals at Segal McCambridge play a vital role in active case management and are trusted partners on complex matters from inception through resolution or trial. The firm's practice areas include Asbestos / Toxic Tort Defense, Products Liability Defense, and General Liability & Insurance Defense, covering Premises Liability, Transportation & Trucking, and other complex liability matters. Joining Segal McCambridge offers meaningful responsibility, direct attorney collaboration, work on sophisticated matters with national clients including Fortune 500 companies, career growth opportunities within a collaborative national litigation firm, and a flexible hybrid work environment from either Pennsylvania office. Founded in 1986, Segal McCambridge has grown into a national litigation powerhouse, defending complex, high-stakes litigation nationwide for corporations, insurers, and individuals. Attorneys and legal professionals are known for their trial skills, strategic thinking, and collaborative culture, defending clients in a wide range of matters.

Requirements

Paralegal certificate or equivalent experience preferred
2+ year of experience supporting civil defense litigation, including: Drafting and managing pleadings and discovery; Document review and production; Litigation calendaring and deadline management
Strong writing, organizational, and analytical skills
Ability to manage multiple cases and competing deadlines efficiently
Professional and confident communication skills
Proactive mindset with attention to detail and follow-through

Nice To Haves

Experience with asbestos, toxic tort, products liability, or insurance defense is a plus
Familiarity with mediations and arbitrations is a plus

Responsibilities

Assist attorneys with day-to-day case management and litigation support
Draft and prepare pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and discovery responses
Coordinate and manage document production, including e-discovery
Conduct factual and legal research under attorney supervision
Assist with deposition and trial preparation, including exhibits and witness files
Track deadlines and maintain litigation calendars to ensure compliance with court rules
Prepare client and insurance carrier reports and correspondence
Support attorneys during mediations, arbitrations, and hearings
Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and vendors