Litigation Paralegal

Michael Kelly Injury Lawyers; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Kelly Injury Lawyers seeks an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys through all phases of civil litigation, from intake to trial. The role requires 2+ years of civil litigation experience, ideally in personal injury, and a strong ability to manage a high-volume caseload with minimal supervision.

The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, highly organized, and capable of coordinating discovery, drafting pleadings, and preparing trial materials.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a litigation paralegal.
• Experience in plaintiff-side civil litigation preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree required; paralegal certificate preferred.
• Excellent legal drafting, proofreading, and document management skills.
• Experience preparing discovery, trial exhibits, hearing notebooks, and trial materials.
• Proficiency with Westlaw and Litify.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of a high-volume litigation caseload from suit through trial.
• Draft, review, and file pleadings, motions, notices, subpoenas, discovery requests and responses, and other litigation documents.
• Prepare attorneys for hearings, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trial by organizing exhibits, witness files, and trial notebooks.
• Coordinate and manage discovery, including document production, medical records, and deposition scheduling.
• Conduct legal research utilizing Westlaw and other legal research platforms.
• Maintain accurate case calendars, monitor court deadlines, and ensure timely filings in state and federal courts.
• Communicate professionally with clients, medical providers, opposing counsel, court personnel, and expert witnesses.
• Review medical records, billing documentation, and insurance claim files relevant to PIP litigation.
• Assist with settlement preparation, mediation materials, and post-judgment matters as needed.
• Maintain organized electronic case files in accordance with firm procedures.
• Provide administrative and litigation support to attorneys as required.

Skills

Legal drafting

Proofreading

Document management

Communication

Organizational skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Paralegal certificate

Tools

Westlaw

Litify

Job description

Michael Kelly Injury Lawyers is seeking an experienced, highly organized, and proactive Litigation Paralegal to join our growing legal team. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of civil litigation experience, ideally with a background in personal injury. This individual will play an integral role in supporting attorneys throughout all phases of litigation, from case intake through trial, while managing a high-volume caseload with minimal supervision.

The successful candidate is detail-oriented, thrives in a fast-paced environment, possesses exceptional organizational and communication skills, and is committed to delivering outstanding legal support.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of a high-volume litigation caseload from suit through trial.
• Draft, review, and file pleadings, motions, notices, subpoenas, discovery requests and responses, and other litigation documents.
• Prepare attorneys for hearings, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trial by organizing exhibits, witness files, and trial notebooks.
• Coordinate and manage discovery, including document production, medical records, and deposition scheduling.
• Conduct legal research utilizing Westlaw and other legal research platforms.
• Maintain accurate case calendars, monitor court deadlines, and ensure timely filings in state and federal courts.
• Communicate professionally with clients, medical providers, opposing counsel, court personnel, and expert witnesses.
• Review medical records, billing documentation, and insurance claim files relevant to PIP litigation.
• Assist with settlement preparation, mediation materials, and post-judgment matters as needed.
• Maintain organized electronic case files in accordance with firm procedures.
• Provide administrative and litigation support to attorneys as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a litigation paralegal required. Experience with plaintiff-side civil litigation is strongly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree required; paralegal certificate preferred.
• Excellent legal drafting, proofreading, and document management skills.
• Experience preparing discovery, trial exhibits, hearing notebooks, and trial materials.
• Proficiency with legal research platforms, including Westlaw.
• Experience with case management software, including Litify.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and staff.

Why Join Our Team?

Join a high-performing legal team where a strong sense of urgency, a commitment to winning, and radical accountability are the standard. We empower our team members to take ownership, make a meaningful impact, and continuously grow both professionally and personally. If you're an experienced Litigation Paralegal who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is ready to advance your career with a team that values results, we'd love to hear from you.