Litigation Paralegal

The Law Offices of James Scott Farrin; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid family leave

401k with match

Job summary

The Law Offices of James Scott Farrin in Raleigh, NC is seeking an experienced litigation paralegal to join our high-performance team. You will support 2-3 litigation attorneys, help build cases, gather evidence, review records, and coordinate with clients and experts to move matters toward trial.

This role requires critical thinking, investigative mindset, and meticulous organization. Hybrid work options, mentorship, and a path to growth are offered by a nationally recognized plaintiffs' firm.

Qualifications

• 5+ years personal injury litigation paralegal experience.
• Must reside within driving distance of Raleigh NC.
• Able to attend trials, including some overnight stays.

Responsibilities

• Assist in gathering evidence and reviewing records for cases.
• Coordinate with clients, experts, and attorneys; prepare for depositions and mediations.
• Schedule depositions/mediation sessions and coordinate trial logistics.
• Prepare for and attend trials; help build and manage litigation files.
• Communicate case updates and gather information to aid case strategy.

Skills

Litigation paralegal

Personal injury

Investigation

Client communication

Job description

Are you a rockstar litigation paralegal, ready to take your career to the next level? Do you have an eagle-eye for spotting issues? A natural ability to solve problems?

We’re looking for the best of the best to join our high-performance litigation team.

At our firm, paralegals play a major role in helping us achieve justice for injured people, and are deeply appreciated. This is an opportunity to shine, as part of a collaborative team.

We offer:

• Robust training, mentorship, & professional growth opportunities.
• Flexible schedules & ability to work hybrid or in office - you choose.
• The opportunity to go to trial & work alongside well-respected attorneys.
• Deep resources; honed processes; powerful, intuitive technology; & support from legal assistants.
• Competitive salary & benefits (such as comprehensive health insurance, paid family leave, 401k with match, and more).

What the day looks like:

No two days are the same. You’ll work closely with 2-3 of our litigation attorneys, helping build our litigation cases, as you gather evidence, review records, communicate with clients, liaise with experts, schedule depositions/mediations, prepare for and attend trials, and more.

This is more than taking orders. Your job is to think critically and investigate to help uncover the truth.

It’s exciting, fast-paced, and a good fit for organized, driven paralegals who want to make an impact on cases and clients’ lives.

Who we are:

We’re a nationally recognized plaintiffs’ firm, and were recently voted aBest Place to Work. Our President was named one of the state’s most influential business leaders, and has been recognized for advancing diversity and inclusion in the legal profession.

Besides looking for high achievers, we’re also looking for good people. People with character, strong values, and who are good teammates. And kind. Our employees genuinely care for our clients and for each other.

Requirements:

• 5+ years personal injury litigationparalegal experience, plaintiffs’ preferred but not required.
• Must reside within driving distance of Raleigh NC.
• Able to attend trials, including some overnight stays.

Paralegals are the backbone of our firm. They often drive our success, and consistently help us get better results for our clients. I’d put our team up against anyone’s.

- James S. Farrin