Litigation Paralegal

NRI, Inc; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 41,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

NRI Staffing Inc. is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys in a fast-paced, onsite setting. The role emphasizes trial preparation, legal research, and document management within a litigation team.

Ideal candidates will have 2–3 years of paralegal experience, strong Bluebook formatting skills, and familiarity with Relativity or similar eDiscovery tools. Strong organization and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of experience as a Litigation Paralegal.
• Experience with trial preparation and litigation support.
• Proficiency in cite checking and Bluebook formatting.
• Experience with Relativity or comparable eDiscovery platforms.
• Excellent legal research, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in evaluating and developing litigation strategies and case development.
• Review case files to assess litigation viability and authorities.
• Identify information, evidence, records, and witness testimony needs.
• Conduct research and gather information via records review, interviews, and investigations.
• Evaluate evidence and its relevance to ongoing matters.
• Summarize data to support legal strategies and case development.
• Assist with legal research and preparation of opinions, memoranda, and documents.
• Prepare witnesses for depositions, hearings, and court appearances.
• Organize and manage case files, exhibits, and litigation documents.
• Support attorneys by obtaining and developing evidence and coordinating case materials.
• Create charts, graphs, and visual aids for litigation support.
• Analyze data and develop recommendations for attorneys.
• May testify regarding exhibits and case documentation when required.

Skills

Trial preparation

Bluebook formatting

Legal research

Document management

Relativity / eDiscovery

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

Relativity

eDiscovery tools

Job description

Litigation Paralegal Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys and litigation teams in a fast-paced legal environment. This is a full-time, onsite position requiring five days per week in the office. The ideal candidate will have strong litigation support experience, including trial preparation, cite checking, Bluebook citation formatting, legal research, and document management. Candidates should have experience with Relativity or similar litigation support and eDiscovery software.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in the evaluation, development, and litigation of cases.


• Review and analyze case files to assess litigation viability and applicable legal authorities.


• Identify the need for additional information, evidence, records, and witness testimony.


• Conduct research and gather relevant information through records review, interviews, and investigative efforts.


• Evaluate evidence and determine its relevance to ongoing matters.


• Compile, summarize, and analyze data to support legal strategies and case development.


• Review legislative, administrative, and judicial developments and assess their legal impact.


• Assist with legal research and preparation of legal opinions, memoranda, and case-related documents.


• Prepare witnesses for depositions, hearings, and court appearances.


• Organize, maintain, and manage case files, exhibits, and litigation documents.


• Support attorneys throughout the litigation process by obtaining and developing evidence, preparing exhibits, and coordinating case materials.


• Create charts, graphs, tables, and other visual aids to support litigation efforts.


• Analyze data and develop recommendations and supporting documentation for attorneys.


• May testify regarding the preparation and maintenance of exhibits and case documentation when required.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 to 3 years of experience as a Litigation Paralegal.


• Strong experience with trial preparation and litigation support.


• Proficiency in cite checking and Bluebook citation formatting.


• Experience with Relativity or comparable eDiscovery/document review platforms.


• Excellent legal research, analytical, and organizational skills.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.


• High attention to detail and accuracy.

Work Environment

Full-time position. 100% onsite, five days per week. Immediate interview process and urgent hiring need.

Compensation

Hourly range: $30.00 - $30.67 per hour. No overtime available.

This opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented litigation professional who enjoys supporting complex legal matters and working closely with attorneys throughout the litigation lifecycle.