Litigation Paralegal — Hybrid (Remote Mon & Fri)

AARP; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Pension plan

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

AARP Foundation is seeking a Paralegal to support attorneys, manage legal files, and coordinate discovery and communications. The role requires organizing materials, reviewing documents, and ensuring compliance under attorney guidance.

The candidate should have 5+ years of litigation experience, HS Diploma or GED, and preferably a paralegal certification. Strong multitasking and Proficiency with CM/ECF and legal databases are expected.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years of litigation experience in a law firm or legal department.
• Strong multi‑tasking and attention to detail under high workload.
• Experience with legal databases (e.g., Westlaw), case management, and proofreading pleadings.
• Proficiency in Office and litigation support applications.

Responsibilities

• Organizes and manages legal or regulatory matters and prepares binders, documents, and summaries.
• Assists in various phases of matters including discovery, negotiations, and trials.
• Manages legal and compliance digital platforms to collect and produce information.
• Maintains files using law practice management software and CM/ECF.
• Prepares and formats correspondence, memoranda, pleadings, and other documents.
• Supports attorneys by scheduling appointments, depositions, and meetings.
• Maintains calendars and handles logistics and expenses.

Skills

Litigation experience

Case management

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Paralegal certification

Tools

CM/ECF

Westlaw

Relativity

Concordance

Ipro

Job description

AARP Foundation is seeking a Paralegal to support attorneys, manage legal files, and coordinate discovery and communications. The role requires organizing materials, reviewing documents, and ensuring compliance under attorney guidance.

The candidate should have 5+ years of litigation experience, HS Diploma or GED, and preferably a paralegal certification. Strong multitasking and Proficiency with CM/ECF and legal databases are expected.