Litigation Paralegal

On Call Counsel; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Paid holidays

Job summary

The TemPositions Group is seeking a detail-oriented paralegal to support two associates in a busy litigation practice covering personal injury, medical malpractice, and mass tort matters.

The role involves managing cases from intake to resolution, including multi-jurisdictional filings and complex document management. Ideal candidates are highly organized, deadline-driven, and capable handling sensitive client information with empathy.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of litigation paralegal experience, preferably in personal injury or medical malpractice.
• Strong knowledge of civil litigation procedures and deadlines.
• Experience handling medical records and document-intensive cases.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with court rules and trial preparation; ability to learn new systems quickly.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to attorneys through all phases of litigation.
• Draft, format, and assist with pleadings, discovery, correspondence, and other legal documents and research.
• Manage case files, track deadlines, and ensure timely filings.
• Coordinate and review discovery, including document productions and responses.
• Organize, review, and summarize medical records and case documents.
• Assist with depositions, expert coordination, and case preparation.
• Communicate proactively with clients, experts, medical providers, insurance carriers, and third parties.
• Conduct legal, factual, and investigative research and writing.
• Support matters involving multiple jurisdictions by coordinating applicable filings, deadlines, and procedural requirements.
• Research applicable local, state and federal rules of procedure, including the CT Practice Book, California Rules of Court, and California Code of Civil Procedure.
• Support trial preparation and assist with settlement and mediation tasks.
• Demonstrate strong client-focused, trauma-informed service and commitment to the firm’s mission.
• Manage multiple priorities and handle a variety of tasks throughout the day.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Tools

Adobe Acrobat

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Paralegal to support two associates in a fast-paced litigation practice focused on personal injury, medical malpractice, mass tort, and other complex matters. This includes cases involving multiple jurisdictions and varying procedural requirements, including matters governed by Connecticut and California-specific rules. This role involves managing cases from intake through resolution, with a focus on organization, document management, and litigation support. The ideal candidate is highly organized, able to manage deadlines, and comfortable working on complex cases.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide support to attorneys through all phases of litigation.
• Draft, format, and assist with pleadings, discovery, correspondence, and other legal documents and research.
• Manage case files, track deadlines, and ensure timely filings.
• Coordinate and review discovery, including document productions and responses.
• Organize, review, and summarize medical records and case documents.
• Assist with depositions, expert coordination, and case preparation.
• Communicate proactively with clients, experts, medical providers, insurance carriers, and third parties.
• Conduct legal, factual, and investigative research and writing.
• Support matters involving multiple jurisdictions by coordinating applicable filings, deadlines, and procedural requirements.
• Research applicable local, state and federal rules of procedure, including the CT Practice Book, California Rules of Court, and California Code of Civil Procedure.
• Support trial preparation and assist with settlement and mediation tasks.
• Demonstrate strong client-focused, trauma-informed service and commitment to the firm’s mission.
• Manage multiple priorities and handle a variety of tasks throughout the day.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of litigation paralegal experience, preferably in personal injury or medical malpractice.
• Strong knowledge of civil litigation procedures and deadlines.
• Experience handling medical records and document-intensive cases.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Adobe and Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook), with strong typing skills.
• Familiarity with court rules, litigation systems, and trial preparation.
• Proficiency with case management and document management systems; ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Experience supporting matters involving multiple jurisdictions and varying procedural requirements is preferred.

Benefits:

We offer eligible employees competitive pay and access to a range of benefits and support programs based on assignment type, schedule, length of employment, and eligibility requirements, including medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, short-term disability, 401(k), employee assistance, childcare assistance, discounts, paid holidays, and longevity bonuses. Depending on the benefit, cost may be paid by the Company, the employee, or shared between both.

EOE:

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.

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Pay:$80,000.00 - $85,000.00