Commercial Litigation Paralegal

Addison Group; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 95.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Addison Group is partnering with a prestigious Denver law firm to hire an experienced Litigation Paralegal. You will support sophisticated commercial and civil litigation matters from case development through trial, collaborating with attorneys and fellow paralegals to ensure timely delivery of high-quality work.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in litigation, strong docketing and discovery management skills, and familiarity with state and federal filing procedures.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum of 5 years of substantive litigation paralegal experience.
• Strong background in commercial or complex civil litigation.
• Experience supporting litigation from discovery through trial.
• Proficiency with state and federal court filing procedures, docketing, and deadlines.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Aufgaben

• Provide comprehensive litigation support to attorneys handling complex commercial and civil matters.
• Draft, prepare, proofread, and file pleadings, motions, discovery documents, and other filings.
• Manage state and federal court filings, ensuring compliance with court rules.
• Maintain litigation calendars, track deadlines, and oversee docketing.
• Prepare Tables of Contents, Tables of Authorities, and perform cite checking/Bluebook formatting.
• Coordinate discovery, including document collection, organization, review, and production.
• Assist with deposition preparation, exhibit management, and trial prep.

Kenntnisse

Litigation paralegal experience

Docketing

Discovery management

Trial preparation

Bluebook formatting

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Bachelor's degree or Paralegal Certificate

Tools

Relativity

iPro

Jobbeschreibung

Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire

Compensation: $95,000–$120,000 annually, depending on experience

Schedule: Hybrid – Onsite 5 days per week for the first 30 days, transitioning to 4 days onsite and 1 day remote

Hours: Monday–Friday, typically 8:00 AM–5:00 PM with some flexibility

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Addison Group is partnering with a well-established, highly respected Denver law firm seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join its growing litigation practice.

This opportunity is ideal for a proactive, detail-oriented paralegal with a strong background in commercial litigation, complex civil litigation, and trial preparation. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with attorneys and fellow paralegals, supporting sophisticated litigation matters from initial case development through trial.

Our client is looking for someone who takes ownership of their work, anticipates attorney needs, and thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented law firm environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive litigation support to attorneys handling complex commercial and civil litigation matters.
• Draft, prepare, proofread, and electronically file pleadings, motions, discovery documents, and other legal filings.
• Manage state and federal court filings, ensuring compliance with applicable court rules and procedures.
• Maintain litigation calendars, track critical deadlines, and oversee docketing responsibilities.
• Prepare Tables of Contents, Tables of Authorities, and perform cite checking and Bluebook formatting.
• Coordinate all phases of discovery, including document collection, organization, review, and production.
• Assist with deposition preparation, exhibit management, and trial preparation.
• Organize and maintain case files, evidence, exhibits, and litigation documentation.
• Coordinate with court reporters, process servers, litigation vendors, and other external parties.
• Support attorneys during hearings, depositions, and trials as needed.
• Review medical records and prepare medical chronologies when applicable.
• Collaborate with fellow paralegals and attorneys to prioritize assignments and ensure timely completion of case-related tasks.

Required:

• Minimum of 5 years of substantive litigation paralegal experience, preferably within a mid-sized or larger law firm.
• Strong background in commercial litigation, general civil litigation, or complex litigation matters.
• Experience supporting litigation throughout the case lifecycle, including discovery, depositions, court filings, and trial preparation.
• Proficiency with state and federal court filing procedures, docketing, and deadline management.
• Experience preparing legal documents, Tables of Contents, Tables of Authorities, and performing cite checking.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative, and anticipate attorney needs.
• Collaborative, team-oriented approach with a willingness to support multiple attorneys and practice matters.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree and/or Paralegal Certificate.
• Experience with Colorado state and federal court rules.
• Background in commercial disputes, environmental litigation, energy, regulatory enforcement, OSHA, or other complex civil matters.
• Familiarity with Relativity, iPro, or similar litigation support platforms.
• Experience with medical record review and medical chronology preparation.
• Previous experience in a law firm environment with billable-hour requirements.
• Annual billable-hour requirement of approximately 1,600 hours.
• Collaborative paralegal team supporting a sophisticated litigation practice.
• Exposure to a variety of complex litigation matters and trial proceedings.
• Opportunity to work with modern legal technology and eDiscovery platforms.
• Hybrid flexibility following the initial onboarding period.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced litigation paralegal seeking sophisticated legal work, competitive compensation, and a collaborative firm environment. Our client offers the opportunity to work alongside accomplished attorneys, gain exposure to complex litigation matters, and contribute meaningfully to a team that values initiative, accountability, and professional development.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.