Litigation Paralegal #ESF3262

COA Network Inc; Ridgeland (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

COA Network Inc. in Ridgeland, Mississippi seeks a full-time paralegal or legal secretary to support litigation teams. You will research, draft pleadings, manage documents, and liaise with clients, courts, and experts. Experience with Westlaw is a plus and strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

The role offers growth, a collaborative environment, and competitive compensation. Requires at least 3 years of relevant experience and a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• High School graduate.
• 3 years of experience as a paralegal or legal secretary in a position involving significant decision-making responsibilities.
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Outlook.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent people skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in performing legal tasks in research, document production, and overall legal support to the attorneys' litigation practices.
• Index, organize, and analyze legal and other documents.
• Under the supervision of an attorney, prepare initial drafts of pleadings, discovery responses, and other filings.
• Issue subpoenas and perform basic background checks.
• Coordinate and participate in document production.
• May assist with witness preparation and attend depositions as required.
• Assist with trial preparation and may attend and assist the attorneys during trial.
• Prepare deposition summaries.
• Obtain information using the Westlaw system.
• Communicate with clients, court personnel, experts, attorneys, and others by telephone, in person, and in writing, obtaining and giving information as directed.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Microsoft Office

Communication

Organization

People skills

Legal secretary experience

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Westlaw

Job description

Top Reasons to work with our client:

• Reputable, National Firm – Work for a well-recognized law firm with a strong regional and national presence!
• Diverse Practice Areas – Gain experience across business law, litigation, real estate, labor & employment, and more!
• Professional Growth – Robust mentorship, training programs, and opportunities for career advancement!
• Collaborative Culture – Team-oriented environment that values support, respect, and shared success!
• Client-Focused Work – Engage in meaningful, high-impact legal matters for well-known clients!
• Competitive Compensation – Attractive salary, bonuses, and comprehensive benefits!

Job Type: Full Time

Location: Ridgeland, Mississippi

Pay: Competitive Pay & Benefits!

Job Description

What you will be doing:

• Assist attorneys in performing legal tasks in research, document production, and overall legal support to the attorneys' litigation practices.
• Index, organize, and analyze legal and other documents.
• Under the supervision of an attorney, prepare initial drafts of pleadings, discovery responses, and other filings.
• Issue subpoenas and perform basic background checks.
• Coordinate and participate in document production.
• May assist with witness preparation and attend depositions as required.
• Assist with trial preparation and may attend and assist the attorneys during trial.
• Prepare deposition summaries.
• Obtain information using the Westlaw system.
• Communicate with clients, court personnel, experts, attorneys, and others by telephone, in person, and in writing, obtaining and giving information as directed.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Experience you will need:

• High School graduate.
• 3 years of experience as a paralegal or legal secretary in a position involving significant decision-making responsibilities.
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Outlook.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent people skills.