Product Liability Paralegal

CMBG3 Law, PC•Boston, MA

3d•$70,000 - $90,000

About The Position

CMBG³ Law is hiring a litigation paralegal with 3 to 5 years of experience to support attorneys and complex litigation matters in state and federal courts. The role requires independence, sound judgment, ownership of case responsibilities, and the ability to anticipate attorney needs while contributing across all phases of litigation, including hearings and trials. The paralegal is also expected to communicate proactively, maintain high standards of accuracy and care, and help develop less experienced colleagues. The position reports to the Paralegal Manager. CMBG³ Law is a nationwide law firm with offices in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, California, and Illinois. Its practices include product liability, national litigation management, complex litigation, general litigation, commercial disputes, trial and appellate matters, insurance defense, employment, AI, class actions, post-verdict crisis counsel, regulatory compliance, and government relations. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; the firm does not sponsor immigration visas. The expected salary range is $70,000–$90,000, with actual compensation determined by education, experience, internal equity, and other job-related factors. Employment is at-will, and the job description may be updated or duties may be changed or added at management’s discretion. Qualified applicants must be able to perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

3–5 years of litigation paralegal experience is preferred, with substantive experience in one or more specified complex litigation practice areas.
Strong familiarity with legal documents, litigation procedures, and terminology applicable to state and federal courts.
Advanced computer and database skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Experience with case management and document management systems.
Demonstrated experience accurately tracking and recording billable time according to firm policies and client billing guidelines.
Ability to consistently meet established billable hour requirements while managing multiple matters and deadlines.
Ability to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, and work in a fast-paced, high-volume litigation environment.
Strong teamwork skills and ability to collaborate closely with attorneys, experts, and colleagues.
Professional, courteous demeanor and strong client-service orientation.
Superior written and verbal communication skills and exceptional attention to detail.
Demonstrated initiative, sound judgment, and commitment to ongoing professional development.
Must be authorized to work in the United States; the firm does not sponsor immigration visas.
Ability to complete essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Filevine experience preferred.
Substantive experience in environmental law, commercial litigation, construction litigation, insurance defense, business litigation, product liability, or other complex risk management matters.

Responsibilities

Draft initial case pleadings for attorney review, including notices of appearance, answers, and related state and federal court filings.
Review, analyze, and summarize discovery responses served by parties, including plaintiffs and co-defendants, in complex litigation matters.
Conduct factual investigations of parties, jobsites, companies, products, and other entities using public and proprietary research tools.
Maintain and update case management software to accurately reflect case developments, filings, and documentation.
Draft subpoenas and coordinate records collection in compliance with state and federal procedural rules.
Locate, evaluate, and conduct pre-interviews with potential trial witnesses.
Identify, organize, and analyze key documents in support of depositions, summary judgment motions, Daubert motions, and other pre-trial filings.
Review and summarize large, complex document productions, including environmental, construction, project, insurance, medical, employment, financial, technical, and internal business records.
Coordinate expert witnesses, including retention, scheduling, and review of technical, scientific, financial, and case-specific materials.
Research and analyze applicable state and federal case law in support of pre-trial motions and litigation strategy.
Review, summarize, and organize deposition testimony for motion practice, hearings, and cross-examinations.
Assist attorneys with preparation for state and federal hearings and trials, including trial notebooks, exhibit lists, witness files, and trial boxes.
Maintain organized case files and manage trial materials before, during, and after hearings and trials.
Perform additional responsibilities as requested by Management.