Litigation Paralegal

LHH; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K plan

Job summary

LHH is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal for an onsite contract opportunity with a respected law firm or corporate legal department in Raleigh. The ideal candidate will manage multiple cases in a fast-paced environment and provide direct support to attorneys throughout all phases of litigation.

Responsibilities include assisting with all phases of litigation, drafting pleadings, managing discovery, and maintaining calendars.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of litigation paralegal experience.
• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures and court filing requirements.
• Experience managing discovery, document review, and trial preparation.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with all phases of litigation from case inception through trial.
• Prepare, draft, and file pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and other legal documents.
• Manage and organize case files, exhibits, and litigation databases.
• Coordinate document production and discovery processes.
• Conduct legal research and gather case-related information.
• Review, summarize, and analyze medical records, deposition transcripts, and legal documents.
• Monitor court deadlines and maintain litigation calendars.
• Prepare trial binders, exhibits, witness files, and hearing materials.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and vendors.
• Support attorneys with trial preparation and courtroom logistics.

Skills

Litigation support

Discovery management

Legal research

Trial preparation

Document review and analysis

Court filings

Case management

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Time management and organization

Education

Paralegal Certificate or Associate/Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Litigation Paralegal

Location: Onsite

Employment Type: Contract

About the Opportunity

LHH is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal for an onsite contract opportunity with a respected law firm or corporate legal department. The ideal candidate will have strong litigation support experience, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple cases in a fast-paced environment. This role will provide direct support to attorneys throughout all phases of the litigation process.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with all phases of litigation from case inception through trial.


• Prepare, draft, and file pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and other legal documents.


• Manage and organize case files, exhibits, and litigation databases.


• Coordinate document production and discovery processes.


• Conduct legal research and gather case-related information.


• Review, summarize, and analyze medical records, deposition transcripts, and legal documents.


• Monitor court deadlines and maintain litigation calendars.


• Prepare trial binders, exhibits, witness files, and hearing materials.


• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and vendors.

Support attorneys with trial preparation and courtroom logistics.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of litigation paralegal experience.


• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures and court filing requirements.


• Experience managing discovery, document review, and trial preparation.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.


• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting critical deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Paralegal Certificate or Associate/Bachelor's degree.


• Experience with e-filing in state and federal courts.


• Familiarity with legal case management and document management software.


• Prior experience supporting complex commercial, insurance defense, employment, or civil litigation matters.

Skills

• Litigation support


• Discovery management


• Legal research


• Trial preparation


• Document review and analysis


• Court filings


• Case management


• Attention to detail


• Written and verbal communication


• Time management and organization

Compensation

Competitive compensation offered based on experience and qualifications.

LHH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Pay Details: $28.00 to $31.00 per hour

Search managed by: Cierra Gill

• Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act


• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance


• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers


• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.