Litigation Paralegal

Rutter Mills. LLP; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health insurance

401(k) after 1 year

Job summary

Rutter Mills LLP is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support trial attorneys in Norfolk, Virginia. This role involves managing personal injury files and ensuring compliance with Virginia law.

Key responsibilities include drafting legal documents, managing litigation calendars, and coordinating trial preparations. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of personal injury litigation experience and strong communication skills. A collaborative team environment and competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Virginia personal injury litigation experience.
• Strong working knowledge of Virginia court rules and civil procedure.
• Proven ability to manage caseloads accurately.

Responsibilities

• Draft and file pleadings, motions, and discovery requests.
• Manage case files and critical deadlines.
• Review and organize medical records.

Skills

Virginia personal injury litigation experience

Knowledge of Virginia court rules

Drafting legal documents

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency with case management systems

Tools

SmartAdvocate

Job description

Litigation Paralegal

Department: Litigation

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Norfolk, VA

Compensation: $28.00 - $30.00 / hour

Description

Rutter Mills LLP, a leading personal injury law firm in Hampton Roads, is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support our trial attorneys through every stage of the litigation process. This is an opportunity to play a meaningful role in high-impact cases while working alongside a respected team of legal professionals.

Schedule: Full-time Monday through Friday

Location: On-site in Norfolk, Virginia

About the Role

As a Litigation Paralegal at Rutter Mills, you will play an important role in case strategy and execution, managing personal injury files from litigation through trial. You will work closely with attorneys, clients, and medical providers to help cases move efficiently and meet all procedural requirements under Virginia law.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, prepare, and file pleadings, motions, and discovery requests and responses
• Manage case files, litigation calendars, and critical deadlines, including statutes of limitations
• Review, organize, and summarize medical records and billing documentation
• Coordinate depositions, mediations, and settlement packages
• Support trial preparation, including exhibits, witness coordination, and courtroom logistics
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, medical providers, and opposing counsel
• Ensure compliance with Virginia court rules, civil procedure, and e-filing requirements

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Virginia personal injury litigation experience
• Strong working knowledge of Virginia court rules, civil procedure, and e-filing systems
• Proven ability to manage caseloads with accuracy and organization
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience drafting legal documents and maintaining litigation files
• Proficiency with case management systems, with SmartAdvocate preferred
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Health insurance
• 401(k) after 1 year
• Collaborative, team‑oriented environment with experienced trial attorneys