Litigation Paralegal: Growth, Mentorship & Diverse Practice

Thomas, Thomas & Hafer, LLP; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Thomas, Thomas, and Hafer, LLP (TTH) seeks a detail-oriented Paralegal to support attorneys in civil litigation defense across general liability, transportation, product liability, insurance coverage, and related matters. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and delivers accurate, high-quality work to support service and results.

The role emphasizes case intake through trial, drafting pleadings, managing files, performing legal research, coordinating depositions, and

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or paralegal certificate required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Prior paralegal experience in civil litigation defense preferred; insurance defense or general liability experience a plus.
• Strong understanding of civil litigation procedures and court rules in relevant jurisdictions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with multi-deadline management.
• Proficiency with legal research tools, e-filing systems, and case management software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a legal team.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys through all phases of civil litigation from intake to resolution
• Draft, proofread, and format pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, correspondence, and subpoenas
• Organize and maintain case files, discovery materials, and exhibits
• Conduct legal and factual research to support case strategy
• Coordinate and schedule depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial logistics
• Communicate with clients, insurance adjusters, court personnel, and opposing counsel
• Prepare trial exhibits, binders, and materials; assist with trial preparation
• Track deadlines, statutes of limitations, and filing requirements
• Assist with e-filing in state and federal courts
• Review and summarize medical records and other documents
• Support discovery management including document review and production
• Maintain confidentiality and discretion

Skills

Civil litigation knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Legal research tools

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Discretion & integrity

Education

Associate's degree or paralegal certificate

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

e-filing systems

Case management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Thomas, Thomas, and Hafer, LLP (TTH) seeks a detail-oriented Paralegal to support attorneys in civil litigation defense across general liability, transportation, product liability, insurance coverage, and related matters. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and delivers accurate, high-quality work to support service and results.

The role emphasizes case intake through trial, drafting pleadings, managing files, performing legal research, coordinating depositions, and