Litigation Paralegal

Vernis & Bowling; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

On-site work in Jackson

Job summary

Vernis & Bowling in Jackson, Mississippi, is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join our civil litigation defense team. This on-site role focuses on heavy discovery and trial preparation, requiring meticulous docket management with minimal supervision.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in General Liability or civil defense, strong knowledge of Mississippi Rules of Civil Procedure, and proficiency with Microsoft 365 and Adobe Acrobat Pro.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of paralegal experience in General Liability or civil defense.
• Strong knowledge of Mississippi Rules of Civil Procedure and local filing protocols.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel) and Adobe Acrobat Pro; familiarity with e-discovery platforms.
• Ability to synthesize complex case data and maintain organization in a high-volume litigation environment.

Responsibilities

• Draft, prepare, and review substantive legal documents including pleadings and motions for summary judgment.
• Manage the complete discovery lifecycle including interrogatories and subpoenas.
• Synthesize and summarize medical records, deposition transcripts, and court files for attorney review.
• Conduct targeted legal research to support motion practice and trial strategy.
• Coordinate case logistics and strategy with experts, witnesses, clients, and opposing counsel.
• Drive trial preparation by assembling notebooks, managing digital exhibits, and coordinating trial data.

Skills

Legal drafting

Discovery management

Trial preparation

Civil defense experience

Tools

Microsoft 365

Adobe Acrobat Pro

e-discovery platforms

Job description

Vernis & Bowling is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join our civil litigation defense team in Jackson, Mississippi. This is a substantive role focused on heavy discovery and trial preparation, requiring a candidate who can manage a defense docket with minimal supervision.

Core Responsibilities:

• Draft, prepare, and review substantive legal documents, including pleadings, motions for summary judgment, appellate briefs, and complex discovery materials.
• Manage the complete discovery lifecycle, including drafting interrogatories, organizing exhibits, and preparing responses to subpoenas.
• Synthesize and summarize voluminous medical records, deposition transcripts, and court files for attorney review.
• Conduct targeted legal research utilizing statutes, judicial decisions, and public records to support motion practice and trial strategy.
• Serve as the primary liaison coordinating case logistics and strategy with experts, fact witnesses, clients, and opposing counsel.
• Drive trial preparation by assembling trial notebooks, managing digital exhibits, and coordinating trial data.

Requirements:

• Minimum 3–5 years of dedicated paralegal experience specifically in General Liability or civil defense.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the Mississippi Rules of Civil Procedure and local court filing protocols.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel), Adobe Acrobat Pro, and modern law practice management/e-discovery platforms.
• Proven ability to synthesize complex case data and maintain organization in a high-volume litigation environment.

Firm Benefits & Environment

• Compensation & Wellness: Employer-contributed health insurance, a suite of optional elective coverages, a 401(k) retirement plan, and a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy.
• On-Site Advantage: Operating 100% on-site in our Jackson office ensures seamless, real-time collaboration with managing attorneys. It eliminates the friction of remote communication during heavy discovery phases and provides direct, immediate access to physical case files and trial preparation resources.
• Professional Infrastructure: As an established civil litigation defense firm, we provide the stability, administrative support, and high-level case exposure necessary for an experienced paralegal to execute complex work without unnecessary bottlenecks.