Litigation Paralegal

RemX | The Workforce Experts; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Collaborative environment

Exposure to complex litigation

Job summary

RemX | The Workforce Experts is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys through all phases of litigation, from case inception through trial and post-trial proceedings.

This onsite role requires a detail-oriented professional comfortable in a fast-paced legal environment and offers a competitive salary with opportunities to work closely with experienced litigation attorneys.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience required.
• Experience supporting cases from inception through trial preferred.
• Pl is plaintiff or defense litigation experience acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys through all stages of litigation, including pre-suit, discovery, trial prep, and post-trial activities.
• Maintain and organize litigation files (physical and electronic).
• Coordinate and support discovery efforts: collection, review, organization, production.
• Draft, proofread, and prepare pleadings, motions, correspondence, discovery responses, and other documents.
• Prepare deposition summaries, review transcripts, and organize exhibits.
• Support trial prep with witnesses, exhibits, and courtroom binders.
• Conduct legal and factual research using various databases.
• Coordinate with clients, experts, court personnel, opposing counsel, and vendors.
• Monitor deadlines, court schedules, and milestones.
• Support matter administration, conflicts checks, and billing.

Skills

Litigation support

Legal drafting

Organizational skills

MS Office

Communication

Education

Paralegal Certificate

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Document management systems

Legal research platforms

Job description

Work Arrangement: Fully Onsite

Salary: $55,000-$75,000 annually

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys through all phases of litigation, from case inception through trial and post-trial proceedings. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment and enjoys being a key member of the litigation team. Candidates with either plaintiff or defense litigation experience are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys throughout all stages of litigation, including pre-suit, discovery, trial preparation, and post-trial activities.


• Manage and maintain litigation files, ensuring accurate organization of physical and electronic records.


• Coordinate and support discovery efforts, including document collection, review, organization, and production.


• Draft, proofread, and prepare pleadings, motions, correspondence, discovery responses, and other legal documents.


• Prepare deposition summaries, review transcripts, and organize deposition exhibits.


• Assist with trial preparation, including witness files, exhibits, trial binders, and courtroom support.


• Conduct legal and factual research using various legal research platforms and databases.


• Coordinate with clients, experts, court personnel, opposing counsel, and vendors.


• Monitor case deadlines, court schedules, and litigation milestones.


• Support matter administration, conflict checks, billing, expense reporting, and related activities.


• Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with legal and ethical requirements.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree, Bachelor's degree, or Paralegal Certificate preferred.


• 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience required, supporting cases from inception through trial.


• Experience in plaintiff or defense litigation required.


• Strong understanding of litigation procedures, court rules, discovery, and trial preparation.


• Excellent legal drafting, written communication, and organizational skills.


• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.


• Experience with document management systems, legal research platforms, and litigation support software is preferred.


• Demonstrated professionalism, sound judgment, and commitment to quality client service.

What is Offered

• Competitive salary ranging from $55,000-$75,000, based on experience.


• Opportunity to work closely with experienced litigation attorneys.


• Stable, collaborative, and professional work environment.


• Meaningful involvement in complex litigation matters from start to finish.