Litigation Paralegal

Hassett | Donnelly; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Disability insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

A law firm in Hartford, CT is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join their team. The role demands a candidate with over 5 years of litigation experience, including trial exposure in state and federal courts. Responsibilities include reviewing legal documents, preparing trial exhibits, and supporting the attorneys during the litigation process. The firm offers substantial benefits including health insurance and 401(k) matching, contributing to a supportive work environment for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of litigation experience required.
• Trial experience in state and federal courts essential.
• Experience in eDiscovery is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Review a high volume of documents for litigation.
• Prepare trial exhibits and organize evidentiary materials.
• Support attorneys throughout the litigation process.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal skills

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to multitask

Knowledge of legal terminology

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Job description

Base Pay Range

$70,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr

This range is provided by Hassett | Donnelly. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Litigation Paralegal

Come join our team in a diversified insurance defense litigation practice with offices throughout New England and New York. We are seeking an energetic, self‑motivated and detail‑oriented candidate for a full‑time paralegal position in our Hartford office.

A career at Hassett | Donnelly means a varied and stimulating practice among like‑minded, forward‑thinking professionals. We are proud of the people with whom we work and of their achievements. We offer a supportive, creative environment that enables our attorneys to respond with effective and innovative solutions to the challenges our clients bring.

Responsibilities

• May review a high volume of documents and assist in document productions and discovery
• Prepares for trial by producing, compiling, organizing, and indexing various evidentiary exhibits; marks and identifies trial exhibits and drafts a list of exhibits to be offered at trial
• May perform a range of tasks including, but not limited to the preparation of medical chronologies, narrative summaries, charts, tables, graphs, or other visual aids to be used at motion hearings and trials.
• Support attorneys with litigation process
• Conduct research and gather information using general and legal research tools
• File pleadings, motions and other documents

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• 5+ years of litigation experience
• Trial experience in state and federal courts
• Experience in eDiscovery
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to multitask
• Knowledge of legal terminology and civil rules and procedures
• Ability to work well in a team‑oriented environment
• The desire to succeed, learn and to continue to develop and apply relevant experience on the job

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Law Practice