Litigation Paralegal — Case Management & Filings

McAfee & Taft; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

McAfee & Taft is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to support multiple attorneys and manage project execution with a high level of responsibility. You will handle filings in state and federal courts, draft and edit pleadings, and coordinate with clients, experts, and court staff to keep cases on track for trials and depositions.

The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced, professional office setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of legal experience required; 4+ years preferred.
• Associate's degree in paralegal or legal studies preferred.
• Paralegal certification from ABA-approved program preferred.
• Strong organizational and research skills; deadline-driven.

Responsibilities

• Handle state and federal court filings to ensure timely submission of documents and exhibits.
• Draft documents, file motions, and prepare letters and correspondence.
• Communicate with clients, experts, court staff, and others to gather information and respond to inquiries.
• Maintain case progression for trials, hearings and depositions.
• Prepare witness and exhibit lists and summarize documents for production.
• Organize and maintain case files, databases, and spreadsheets.

Skills

Integrity/Ethics

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Quality

Sense of Urgency

Education

Associate's degree in paralegal or legal studies or related discipline

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

McAfee & Taft is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to support multiple attorneys and manage project execution with a high level of responsibility. You will handle filings in state and federal courts, draft and edit pleadings, and coordinate with clients, experts, and court staff to keep cases on track for trials and depositions.

The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced, professional office setting.