Litigation Paralegal

Huie, Fernambucq & Stewart, LLP; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 83,000 - 102,770; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

401(k)

Job summary

A civil defense firm in Birmingham, AL is looking for an experienced litigation paralegal to join their team. The successful candidate will have at least two years of prior experience in medical malpractice, insurance defense, or product liability. Key responsibilities include participating in litigation strategy, preparing discovery requests, and assisting at trials. This position offers a competitive salary ranging from $83,000.00 to $102,770.00, along with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and 401(k).

Qualifications

• At least two years of prior paralegal experience in medical malpractice, insurance defense and/or product liability.
• Self-motivated, punctual, and detail-oriented.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate in litigation strategy and workup of assigned cases.
• Prepare discovery requests and responses.
• Analyze discovery responses and document production.
• Assist with trial preparation and attend trials.
• Organize trial exhibits and summarize medical records.
• Gather and analyze research data.
• Research and prepare non-party subpoenas.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Ability to work autonomously

Education

Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Huie, Fernambucq & Stewart, LLP has an immediate opening for an experienced litigation paralegal to join our civil defense firm. At least two years of prior paralegal experience in medical malpractice, insurance defense and/or product liability is preferred. The successful candidate will be self‑motivated, punctual and detail‑oriented, and will have excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills (verbal and written).

Responsibilities

• Participate in the litigation strategy and workup of assigned cases, including proposing next investigative steps
• Prepare discovery requests and discovery responses
• Analyze discovery responses and document production from other parties
• Assist with trial/arbitration/mediation preparation and attend/assist attorneys at trial
• Organize trial exhibits and summarize medical records and deposition transcripts
• Gather and analyze research data (e.g., statutes, decisions, legal articles, codes)
• Research and prepare non‑party subpoenas

Desired Skills & Experience

• Ability to organize and prioritize work autonomously/with minimal supervision
• Excellent interpersonal skills and team player mentality
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certification preferred

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits package, including health insurance, life insurance, long‑term disability and 401(k). Salary commensurate with experience.

Birmingham, AL $83,000.00–$102,770.00