Litigation Team Lead
About The Position
At McCarthy Holthus, and our affiliate companies, we have years of expertise in representing financial institutions across a wide range of banking law matters, and we’re looking for passionate, driven candidates to join our dynamic team! With offices in Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas, and Washington, we offer opportunities across multiple locations. Our workplace is more than just a job – it’s a supportive, collaborative environment where your contributions truly matter. You’ll be part of a team that values hard work, creativity, and dedication, while enjoying a strong sense of community. We offer performance-based bonuses, competitive compensation, and a range of incentives that reward your success. Plus, with generous benefits, enhanced employer contributions, and paid time off, we prioritize your well-being and work-life balance. Summary: Our Litigation Team supports attorneys by handling a range of tasks related to active legal cases. Responsibilities include tracking active litigation cases in our system and with the court, staff oversite, monitoring reporting, assisting staff with preparing and filing legal documents, monitoring scheduled hearings, trials and deadlines, assisting the attorney with correspondence for case resolution, monitoring billing requirements and deadlines, and providing case updates to clients. This role works closely with legal professionals to ensure timely and accurate handling of litigation cases.
Requirements
- 2-3 years of experience in a litigation assistant of paralegal role.
- Experience in managing a team.
- Proficient in electronic filing systems for both state and federal courts.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Highly organized and detail oriented.
- Ability to manage tasks independently and prioritize effectively.
- Working knowledge of state and federal court procedures.
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting secured mortgage lenders or loan servicers is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Tracking caseload staff distribution.
- Monitor reporting for hearings, deadlines, and billing.
- Monitor case dockets and documents from court cases.
- Monitor Client systems.
- Preparing and filing court documents in State, District, and Federal Courts.
- Monitoring and calendaring hearings in our case management system, and schedule hearing coverage as needed.
- Communicate case status updates to clients.
- Request approvals from clients and update our system accordingly.
- May perform other duties as assigned to support department goals.
- May occasionally work extended hours based on operational needs.
Benefits
- McCarthy Holthus, and affiliated companies promote work/life balance with a robust wellness program, PTO, remote work, and flexible schedules (when available).
- Full-time employees become eligible for benefits following a 30-day waiting period, with benefit offerings that include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, EAP, STD, and LTD.
- Additionally the firm provides parental leave for both primary and non-primary caregivers as well.
- Also available are voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life, accident, critical illness, and short and long-term care insurances, as well as a 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match.
- Part-time employees may have access to some of these benefits, which may be on a pro-rated basis.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
