Litigation Paralegal

Ascendo Resources; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Disability insurance

Job summary

A law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join its fast-paced Raleigh office. The role involves supporting multiple attorneys in an active litigation practice and requires strong skills in case management, drafting, discovery, and deadline coordination. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of litigation experience and working knowledge of NC and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure. This full-time position offers a competitive salary ranging from $50,000 to $75,000 and generous benefits including medical and vision insurance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience.
• North Carolina litigation experience required.
• Working knowledge of NC and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and Evidence.

Responsibilities

• Support multiple attorneys in an active litigation practice.
• Manage multiple matters and competing deadlines.
• Ensure high-quality, accurate work product.

Skills

Case management

Drafting

Discovery

Deadline coordination

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or ABA-accredited paralegal certificate

Tools

Document management systems

Billing systems (e.g., NetDocuments, Aderant)

Job description

Litigation Paralegal

Base pay range: $50,000.00/yr - $75,000.00/yr

Ascendo Resources is partnering with a well-established law firm that is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join its fast-paced Raleigh office. This role supports multiple attorneys in an active litigation practice and requires strong case management, drafting, discovery, and deadline coordination skills. The paralegal will play a critical role in keeping matters on track and supporting attorney effectiveness.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience
• North Carolina litigation experience required
• Working knowledge of NC and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and Evidence
• Ability to manage multiple matters and competing deadlines
• Strong drafting, organizational, and communication skills

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree or ABA-accredited paralegal certificate
• Experience with document management and billing systems (e.g., NetDocuments, Aderant)
• Exposure to business or complex civil litigation
• Full-time, in-office role
• High-quality, accurate work product

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid maternity leave
• Paid paternity leave
• Disability insurance

Competitive salary and generous benefits offered!

To learn more about this opening, apply today!

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Law Practice, Legal Services, and Office Administration