Litigation Paralegal

Frost Law; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal practice specializing in business litigation is seeking a detail-oriented Business Litigation Paralegal with at least three years of experience. You will support attorneys throughout various phases of litigation, manage case files, draft legal documents, and conduct legal research. The ideal candidate possesses strong organizational skills and has proficiency with e-filing systems. This full-time role is located in Annapolis, Maryland.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in business or commercial litigation at a law firm or corporate legal department.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state litigation rules and procedures.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and handle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys with all phases of business litigation from case inception through resolution or trial.
• Draft, review, and file legal documents including complaints, answers, and subpoenas.
• Conduct factual and legal research using various legal tools.
• Manage deadlines and court calendars to ensure timely filings and case progression.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Communication skills

Legal research

Familiarity with e-filing systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certification from ABA-approved program

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

PACER

Google Suite

Job description

Business Litigation Paralegal

Base Pay Range

$24.00/yr - $30.00/yr

We are seeking a highly organized and detail‑oriented Business Litigation Paralegal to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of experience supporting attorneys in complex commercial litigation matters. You’ll play a vital role in managing case files, conducting legal research, and coordinating trial preparation across multiple jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities

• Support attorneys with all phases of business litigation from case inception through resolution or trial.
• Draft, review, and file legal documents including complaints, answers, motions, subpoenas, discovery requests/responses, and pretrial materials.
• Assist in the coordination and management of discovery, including document collection, review, production, and analysis.
• Conduct factual and legal research using Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER, and other tools.
• Prepare case chronologies, deposition summaries, and trial exhibits.
• Coordinate with clients, experts, court personnel, and opposing counsel.
• Manage deadlines and court calendars to ensure timely filings and case progression.
• Organize and maintain physical and electronic case files using document management systems.
• Assist attorneys during trial and arbitration proceedings as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in business or commercial litigation at a law firm or corporate legal department.
• Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certification from an ABA‑approved program preferred.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state litigation rules and procedures.
• Proficiency with e‑filing systems.
• Familiarity with legal research and litigation support tools.
• Excellent organizational, time‑management, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and handle multiple deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Team player with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.

Preferred Skills

• Experience supporting trial teams in court or arbitration.
• Knowledge of business law, financial services, or regulatory litigation.
• Google Suite proficiency.

Seniority Level

Associate

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Legal

Industry

Law Practice