Litigation Paralegal: Trial Prep & Document Coordination

Nixon Peabody LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 61,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Nixon Peabody LLP in Washington, DC seeks a paralegal to support attorneys across case management, trial preparation, and document delivery. This full-time, onsite role collaborates with senior staff to manage deadlines and coordinate with vendors for remote depositions.

Ideal candidates have 0-3 years of paralegal experience, a Bachelor’s degree, and strong communication skills. Paralegal certification is preferred, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic legal procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required. Work experience in lieu of a degree will be considered.
• Paralegal Certificate preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to interact with internal and external personnel of all levels.
• Attention to detail with the ability to meet varying deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic knowledge of the practice area.
• Ability to learn practice support systems and group specific software.
• Exhibits willingness to learn from senior paralegals.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Follow basic legal procedures.
• Assist with trial preparation.
• Draft basic correspondence.
• Coordinate service of process (local and nationwide).
• Work with vendors relating to remote depositions and legal material requests.
• Assist with the delivery/filing of court documents, records and copy requests.
• Prepare for depositions of witnesses in cases.
• Complete projects within given deadlines.
• Provide status updates throughout the projects.
• Coordinate projects with direct supervision from attorneys and senior paralegals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Learning mindset

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Paralegal Certificate (preferred)

Tools

Practice support systems

Job description

Nixon Peabody LLP in Washington, DC seeks a paralegal to support attorneys across case management, trial preparation, and document delivery. This full-time, onsite role collaborates with senior staff to manage deadlines and coordinate with vendors for remote depositions.

Ideal candidates have 0-3 years of paralegal experience, a Bachelor’s degree, and strong communication skills. Paralegal certification is preferred, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic legal procedures.