Litigation Paralegal – Workers' Compensation

Morgan & Morgan; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Morgan & Morgan is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys before, during, and after trials. The role involves drafting documents, e-filing, researching, and coordinating with trial teams in a fast-paced environment.

You will work on-site in Jersey City, NJ, contributing to a leading personal injury firm known for protecting the people. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of litigation experience required.
• Associate degree or equivalent; paralegal program preferred.
• Experience in workers' compensation preferred.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work with minimal supervision.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; calendaring of depositions, mediations, and hearings.
• Knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, and court rules.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare legal documents including pleadings, motions, affidavits, and complaints.
• E-file all court documents in state and federal court.
• Communicate with clients, court, counsel, and others.
• Conduct legal research and factual investigation.
• Prepare discovery documents and responses; coordinate depositions.
• Draft and serve summons; organize exhibits and trial binders.
• Assist with case settlements and other tasks as requested.

Skills

Litigation experience

Detail-oriented

Excellent communication

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Paralegal program preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Morgan & Morgan is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys before, during, and after trials. The role involves drafting documents, e-filing, researching, and coordinating with trial teams in a fast-paced environment.

You will work on-site in Jersey City, NJ, contributing to a leading personal injury firm known for protecting the people. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.