Civil Litigation Paralegal: Precision Drafting & Discovery

Hedrick Gardner Kincheloe & Garofalo LLP; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Hedrick Gardner Kincheloe & Garofalo LLP in Wilmington, NC seeks a detail‑oriented paralegal to support civil litigation with strong proofreading and communication skills. Core duties include summarizing depositions and medical records, performing records and legal research, drafting documents, and coordinating litigated files.

This office‑based role requires a paralegal certificate (2+ years) and prefers a bachelor’s degree. The firm values practical counsel and client-focused service.

Qualifications

• Required - paralegal certificate and two years’ experience as a paralegal or legal assistant, preferably in a litigation practice.
• Preferred - bachelor’s degree or work equivalent.
• Office-based position.

Responsibilities

• Summarizing depositions or hearings.
• Summarizing medical records and performing records research.
• Performing legal research and checking forms for accuracy.
• Drafting legal documents and preparing reports.
• Assisting lawyers for trials and hearings and recording time for billing.

Skills

Paralegal

Litigation support

Proofreading

Education

Paralegal certificate

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Internet research

Job description

Hedrick Gardner Kincheloe & Garofalo LLP in Wilmington, NC seeks a detail‑oriented paralegal to support civil litigation with strong proofreading and communication skills. Core duties include summarizing depositions and medical records, performing records and legal research, drafting documents, and coordinating litigated files.

This office‑based role requires a paralegal certificate (2+ years) and prefers a bachelor’s degree. The firm values practical counsel and client-focused service.