Litigation Paralegal

Edelstein Law, LLP; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Edelstein Law, LLP is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys in personal injury matters from case development through resolution. This on-site, full-time role is based in Philadelphia, PA, and involves coordinating discovery, preparing for depositions and trials, and maintaining organized case files while communicating with clients and other stakeholders.

You will draft and file pleadings, manage discovery, review medical records, and perform legal research under attorney

Qualifications

• Experience supporting multiple active matters with competing deadlines.
• Drafting, reviewing, and organizing pleadings and motions in state and/or federal courts.
• Strong legal research skills and ability to summarize records accurately.
• Excellent organization, time management, proofreading, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with MS Office and PDF tools.

Responsibilities

• Draft, format, and proofread pleadings, motions, correspondence, and other legal documents for attorney review.
• Prepare and submit court filings, ensuring correct requirements and service details.
• Maintain accurate case files and calendars; track deadlines and follow up on tasks.
• Coordinate discovery: document collection, review, production, and responses.
• Review medical records and other evidence; prepare summaries and case chronologies.
• Conduct factual investigations and legal research to support case development.
• Communicate with clients, experts, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Schedule depositions, hearings, meetings, and expert-related appointments.
• Prepare deposition materials, trial binders, and exhibits; assist with trial prep.
• Identify missing information and deadlines; push for timely progression.

Skills

Litigation paralegal experience

Organization & time management

Attention to detail

Legal research skills

MS Office & PDF tools

Education

Paralegal certificate or related degree

Tools

Legal practice management software

Microsoft Office

PDF tools

Job description

Edelstein Law, LLP is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys in personal injury matters from case development through resolution. If you take pride in preparing accurate documents, keeping cases on track, and helping clients stay informed, we invite you to apply.

About the Firm

Our Philadelphia-based firm represents individuals and families throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey in matters involving car accidents, medical malpractice, sexual abuse, nursing home neglect, wrongful death, and catastrophic injuries. We advocate for people who have suffered serious harm and pursue fair compensation on their behalf.

We take a litigation-first approach: thoroughly investigate claims, preserve critical evidence early, and prepare cases for negotiations with insurers and defense counsel or for trial when necessary. Your work will contribute directly to that preparation.

The Role

In this full-time, on-site position, you will work closely with attorneys to maintain organized case files, coordinate discovery, and prepare for depositions, hearings, and trial. You will handle sensitive information discreetly and communicate professionally with clients navigating difficult circumstances. Perform substantive legal work under attorney supervision.

Responsibilities

• Draft, format, and proofread pleadings, motions, correspondence, and other legal documents for attorney review.
• Prepare and submit court filings as directed, checking filing requirements, supporting documents, and service information.
• Maintain accurate case files and calendars; track litigation deadlines and follow up on outstanding tasks.
• Coordinate discovery, including document collection, review, organization, production, and preparation of responses.
• Request, organize, and review medical records and other evidence; prepare summaries and case chronologies.
• Conduct factual investigations and legal research to support case development and attorney preparation.
• Communicate with clients, experts, opposing counsel, court personnel, and other case participants.
• Schedule depositions, hearings, client meetings, and expert-related appointments.
• Prepare deposition materials, trial binders, exhibit lists, and exhibits; assist attorneys with hearing and trial preparation.
• Identify missing information and approaching deadlines, raise questions promptly, and help move assigned matters forward.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a litigation paralegal, with the ability to support multiple active matters and competing deadlines
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• Experience preparing, reviewing, and organizing legal documents, including drafting and filing pleadings and motions in state and/or federal courts.
• Legal research skills and the ability to summarize records and case information accurately.
• Strong organization, time management, proofreading, and attention to detail.
• Clear written and verbal communication, sound judgment, and a professional, empathetic approach to client interactions.
• Proficiency with legal practice management software, Microsoft Office, and PDF tools.
• A paralegal certificate, relevant degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience in personal injury or civil litigation is preferred. Familiarity with Pennsylvania or New Jersey court procedures and electronic filing systems is helpful.

This role lets you contribute to complex personal injury cases and work closely with attorneys throughout the litigation process. Your preparation and follow-through will help the team advocate for clients facing serious injuries and losses.