Paralegal

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood, & Boyer, P.A.; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. seeks a paralegal to support attorneys in civil defense matters. This hands-on role requires excellent organization and the ability to manage deadlines while collaborating with clients and staff in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include drafting documents, maintaining case files, preparing for trial, and conducting legal research. Strong communication and multitasking are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of paralegal experience supporting civil litigation in a high-volume firm.
• Experience with state and federal court filing, including e-filing systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• High School Diploma or equivalent; Paralegal certificate a plus.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prepare legal documents including pleadings, discovery responses, motions, subpoenas, correspondence, and reports under the attorney's direction.
• Prepare and track subpoenas and other requests for information.
• Organize, maintain, and manage case files (physical and electronic).
• Monitor case progress and elevate issues requiring attorney involvement.
• Maintain and manage attorney calendars, including trial dates and discovery deadlines.
• Assist with trial preparation, including compiling exhibits, coordinating materials, and organizing case files.
• Conduct legal research and assist with case development as needed.
• Review, organize, and summarize case-related documents and records.
• Coordinate with clients, experts, and court personnel.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Civil litigation

Time management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Paralegal certificate a plus

Tools

Microsoft Office

e-filing systems

Job description

The Paralegal in this role will support attorneys handling civil defense litigation matters . This is a hands-on position that requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines while working collaboratively with attorneys, clients, and staff in a fast-paced environment.

What you'll do

• Draft and prepare legal documents, including pleadings, discovery responses, motions, subpoenas, correspondence, and reports under the attorney's direction
• Prepare and track subpoenas and other requests for information
• Organize, maintain, and manage case files (physical and electronic)
• Monitor case progress and elevate issues requiring attorney involvement
• Maintain and manage attorney calendars, including trial dates and discovery deadlines
• Assist with trial preparation, including compiling exhibits, coordinating materials, and organizing case files
• Conduct legal research and assist with case development as needed
• Review, organize, and summarize case-related documents and records
• Coordinate with clients, experts, and court personnel
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 3+ years of paralegal experience supporting attorneys in civil litigation , preferably in a high-volume law firm environment
• Experience with state and federal court filing , including e-filing systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Paralegal certificate a plus

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