Civil Litigation Paralegal — Trial-Ready Support

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. (QPWB) is seeking an experienced paralegal to join our Birmingham office, supporting civil litigation and insurance defense matters in an in-office setting.

You will assist attorneys through all phases of litigation, from inception to resolution and trial. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of civil litigation experience, excellent organizational and communication skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team on multiple deadlines.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of paralegal experience in civil litigation preferred.
• Strong understanding of litigation procedures, court rules, and case management.
• Familiarity with Alabama State and Federal Court filing procedures preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal case management software.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative legal team.
• Paralegal certificate or degree in Legal Studies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys in all phases of civil litigation and insurance defense matters.
• Draft and prepare legal documents, including pleadings, discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, notices, and correspondence.
• Review, organize, and summarize medical records, reports, discovery materials, and other case-related documentation.
• Assist with written discovery and coordinate the collection and production of responsive documents.
• Manage case calendars and track court deadlines, hearings, depositions, mediations, and trial dates.
• Coordinate and communicate with clients, experts, witnesses, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Assist with deposition, mediation, and trial preparation, including organizing exhibits, witness files, and case materials.
• Assist with Alabama State and Federal Court filings and ensure compliance with filing procedures.
• Maintain organized and accurate electronic and physical case files.
• Monitor case progress and follow up on outstanding records, discovery, and other case-related items.
• Assist with attorney time entry, billing, and other administrative responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Litigation knowledge

Time management

Communication

Detail oriented

Teamwork

Education

Paralegal certificate

Legal Studies degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case management software

Job description

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. (QPWB) is seeking an experienced paralegal to join our Birmingham office, supporting civil litigation and insurance defense matters in an in-office setting.

You will assist attorneys through all phases of litigation, from inception to resolution and trial. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of civil litigation experience, excellent organizational and communication skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team on multiple deadlines.