Litigation Paralegal

Beacon Hill Legal - Washington, DC Perm; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Hill Legal is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to support a team in Washington, D.C. This role involves case management, discovery coordination, and trial prep. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of litigation experience, strong organizational skills, and is comfortable with legal technology.

Responsibilities include preparing legal documents, managing deadlines, and conducting research. This position offers hybrid work flexibility, making it ideal for skilled paralegals looking for a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Minimum 3 years of litigation paralegal experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with case management and discovery coordination.
• Prepare and file legal documents in courts.
• Manage litigation calendars and deadlines.
• Conduct legal research to support case strategy.
• Assist with trial preparation and logistics.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Time management

Cite checking

Familiarity with legal technology

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Job Description

Beacon Hill Legal is partnering with a prominent law firm seeking a Litigation Paralegal to support a busy team of attorneys with case management, discovery coordination, trial preparation, and overall litigation workflow. This role plays a key part in organizing case files, managing deadlines, preparing court filings, and ensuring smooth communication across internal teams and external parties. Based in Washington, D.C., with hybrid flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with case management, including organizing pleadings, correspondence, and discovery materials.
• Prepare, format, and file legal documents in federal and state courts, ensuring compliance with court rules.
• Coordinate discovery, including document review, production tracking, and deposition preparation.
• Manage litigation calendars, deadlines, and case timelines.
• Conduct factual and legal research to support case strategy.
• Assist with trial preparation, including exhibit binders, witness materials, and logistics.

What You Bring

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem‑solving.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience with cite checking and bluebooking.
• Comfort working with evolving legal technology platforms and document management systems.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of litigation paralegal experience.

If interested, please apply with a copy of your resume in Word or PDF format.