Hybrid Litigation Paralegal: Discovery & Trial Support

Hall Render; Indiana; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hall Render is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys across all phases of litigation, including case management, document preparation, factual research, and trial readiness. The role involves coordinating with clients and third parties, managing deadlines, and handling document review and filing in state and federal courts.

Primary responsibilities include legal research, discovery coordination, drafting filings, and trial support.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies or related field is required or equivalent experience.
• Paralegal certification preferred; may be required in some locations.
• Three (3) years of paralegal or related experience in a law firm or corporate legal department.
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, court procedures, and document management.
• Understanding of electronic filing platforms including state and federal Electronic Case Filing.
• Experience with all levels of litigation including case intake, pre-suit investigations, discovery, motion practice, and trial.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal research tools.
• Excellent administrative, writing, grammar and proofreading skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal and factual research under attorney supervision.
• Summarize research findings, case law, and deposition testimony.
• Read, analyze, and summarize depositions and other case materials.
• Support discovery processes, including document collection, production, and review.
• Organize and manage electronically stored information (ESI) databases.
• Draft and review legal documents, including contracts, pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
• Prepare discovery requests and responses in both hard copy and electronic formats.
• Assist in preparing legal filings and supporting materials.
• Assist attorneys with deposition preparation, including exhibits and lines of questioning.
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation, including exhibits and witness files.
• Provide logistical and technological trial support (local or national).
• Organize and maintain case files, legal documentation, and records.
• Upload, retrieve, and manage documents within client databases and internal systems.
• Maintain well-structured files for efficient litigation support.
• Manage litigation and/or other workflows and assist with case/project management.
• File documents with state and federal courts, as well as administrative tribunals.
• Ensure compliance with court rules, procedures, and filing deadlines.
• Track and manage important case deadlines.
• Communicate professionally with clients, witnesses, court personnel, and internal teams.
• Collaborate with teams across multiple locations.
• Maintain clear and timely communication throughout case lifecycles.

Skills

Legal Research

Case Management

Document Management

Litigation Support

Microsoft Office

Communication

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies

Paralegal certification

Three years paralegal experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Filing Platforms

Legal Research Tools

Job description

Hall Render is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys across all phases of litigation, including case management, document preparation, factual research, and trial readiness. The role involves coordinating with clients and third parties, managing deadlines, and handling document review and filing in state and federal courts.

Primary responsibilities include legal research, discovery coordination, drafting filings, and trial support.