Litigation Paralegal – Personal Injury & Discovery Expert

Morgan & Morgan; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Morgan & Morgan in Phoenix seeks a litigation paralegal to work closely with a lead attorney and legal assistant. The role involves preparing pleadings, e-file, coordinating with clients, courts, and counsel, conducting legal research, and supporting discovery and trial preparation.

The firm highlights a competitive pay and generous bonus plan. Candidates should have an associate degree or paralegal certificate, experience in injury-related practice areas, at least 2 years in a law firm setting,

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• Completion of a nationally accredited paralegal program (preferred).
• Experience in Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Premises, First Party, Medical Malpractice or related areas.

Responsibilities

• Prepare pleadings, motions, affidavits, complaints, and legal memoranda.
• E-file court documents in state and federal court.
• Communicate with clients, courts, counsel, and others.
• Conduct legal research and factual investigation.
• Prepare discovery documents and responses.
• Draft and serve summons and coordinate depositions.
• Prepare trial binders and exhibits with the attorney and staff.
• Maintain pleadings, discovery indexes, and case materials.
• Liaise between trial teams and third parties; assist witnesses.
• Support case settlements and related duties as assigned.

Skills

Multitasking

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Education

Associate’s Degree or equivalent

Paralegal certificate/program (preferred)

Job description

Morgan & Morgan in Phoenix seeks a litigation paralegal to work closely with a lead attorney and legal assistant. The role involves preparing pleadings, e-file, coordinating with clients, courts, and counsel, conducting legal research, and supporting discovery and trial preparation.

The firm highlights a competitive pay and generous bonus plan. Candidates should have an associate degree or paralegal certificate, experience in injury-related practice areas, at least 2 years in a law firm setting,