Paralegal

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

Job summary

Pangia Law Group, a Washington, DC litigation firm, seeks a Paralegal to support attorneys in complex cases from intake through trial. The role involves organizing files, managing documents, drafting pleadings, and conducting research.

Daily tasks include coordinating with clients, experts, courts, and opposing counsel, and preparing trial exhibits. The position is full-time and on-site in Washington, DC, with available hybrid work.

Qualifications

• Strong legal research and writing skills, including the ability to analyze complex facts and summarize case materials clearly.
• Experience with litigation support tasks such as document management, discovery coordination, and trial preparation in state and/or federal courts.
• Proficiency with legal software and tools (e.g., case management systems, e-filing platforms, document review tools, and standard office applications).

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys in all stages of complex litigation, including case intake, investigation, discovery, trial preparation, and settlement.
• Organize case files, manage documents and evidence, and coordinate with clients, experts, courts, and opposing counsel.
• Draft and proofreading pleadings, motions, correspondence, and discovery requests and responses.
• Conduct legal and factual research, summarize depositions and medical records, and maintain case calendars.
• Assist with filing in state and federal courts, prepare trial exhibits, and ensure deadlines and procedural requirements are met.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Litigation support

Document management

Discovery coordination

Trial preparation

Organizational skills

Communication

Client service

Team collaboration

Discretion

Education

Paralegal certificate

Paralegal degree

Bachelor's degree

Criminal Justice

Tools

Case management systems

e-filing platforms

Document review tools

Office applications

Job description

Company Description

Pangia Law Group is a litigation firm focused on representing individuals and families affected by catastrophic events, including aviation accidents, transportation disasters, gas explosions, toxic exposures, and medical malpractice. For over 25 years, the firm has vigorously pursued complex cases in both state and federal courts across the United States from its offices in Washington, DC. Attorneys and staff are dedicated to delivering high-quality legal representation and helping clients rebuild their lives after severe loss or injury. Pangia Law Group leverages deep experience, significant resources, and nationwide reach to manage challenging, high-stakes matters.

Role Description

The Paralegal will support attorneys in all stages of complex litigation, including case intake, investigation, discovery, trial preparation, and settlement. Day-to-day responsibilities include organizing case files, managing documents and evidence, drafting and proofreading pleadings, motions, correspondence, and discovery requests and responses. The role also involves conducting legal and factual research, summarizing depositions and medical records, maintaining case calendars, and coordinating with clients, experts, courts, and opposing counsel. The Paralegal will assist with filing in state and federal courts, preparing trial exhibits, and ensuring compliance with deadlines and procedural requirements. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Washington, DC, requiring consistent collaboration with attorneys and staff in the office. The position is available for hybrid work but will require in-person at least three days a week.

Qualifications

• Strong legal research and writing skills, including the ability to analyze complex facts and summarize case materials clearly.
• Experience with litigation support tasks such as document management, discovery coordination, and trial preparation in state and/or federal courts.
• Proficiency with legal software and tools (e.g., case management systems, e-filing platforms, document review tools, and standard office applications).
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities, with attention to detail and the capacity to handle multiple matters and deadlines.
• Effective communication and client service skills, including professionalism when interacting with clients, experts, and court personnel.
• Ability to work collaboratively in an on-site team environment, demonstrating reliability, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Paralegal certificate or degree in Paralegal Studies, Criminal Justice, or a related field; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Prior experience in personal injury, catastrophic loss, or complex litigation is strongly preferred; experience with contingency-fee practices is a plus.