Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal

Rutter Mills, LLP; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health insurance

401(k) after 1 year

Collaborative, team-oriented env.

Job summary

Rutter Mills LLP, a leading personal injury law firm in Hampton Roads, is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support trial attorneys through every stage of the litigation process.

Based in Hampton, Virginia, this full-time, on-site role involves managing personal injury files from litigation through trial, coordinating with attorneys, clients, and medical providers to move cases efficiently while meeting all procedural requirements under state law.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Virginia personal injury litigation experience.
• General District Court and Circuit Court experience required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft, prepare, and file pleadings, motions, and discovery requests and responses.
• Manage case files, litigation calendars, and critical deadlines, including statutes of limitations.
• Review medical records, billing documentation, and lien information, and assist with negotiating lien reductions as part of the case resolution process.
• Coordinate depositions, mediations, and settlement packages.
• Support trial preparation, including exhibits, witness coordination, and courtroom logistics.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, medical providers, and opposing counsel.
• Ensure compliance with Virginia court rules, civil procedure, and e-filing requirements.

Skills

Virginia PI law experience

Court rules knowledge

E-filing proficiency

Communication skills

Tools

SmartAdvocate

Job description

Department: Litigation

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Hampton, VA

Compensation: $28.00 - $30.00 / hour

Description

Rutter Mills LLP, a leading personal injury law firm in Hampton Roads, is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support our trial attorneys through every stage of the litigation process. This is an opportunity to play a meaningful role in high-impact cases while working alongside a respected team of legal professionals.

Schedule: Full-time Monday through Friday

Location: On-site in Hampton, Virginia

About the Role:

As a Litigation Paralegal at Rutter Mills, you will play an important role in case strategy and execution, managing personal injury files from litigation through trial. You will work closely with attorneys, clients, and medical providers to help cases move efficiently and meet all procedural requirements under Virginia law.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, prepare, and file pleadings, motions, and discovery requests and responses.
• Manage case files, litigation calendars, and critical deadlines, including statutes of limitations.
• Review medical records, billing documentation, and lien information, and assist with negotiating lien reductions as part of the case resolution process.
• Coordinate depositions, mediations, and settlement packages.
• Support trial preparation, including exhibits, witness coordination, and courtroom logistics.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, medical providers, and opposing counsel.
• Ensure compliance with Virginia court rules, civil procedure, and e-filing requirements.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Virginia personal injury litigation experience. General District Court and Circuit Court experience required.
• Strong working knowledge of Virginia court rules, civil procedure, and e-filing systems.
• Proven ability to manage caseloads with accuracy and organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience drafting legal documents, maintaining litigation files, and resolving or negotiating medical liens.
• Proficiency with case management systems, SmartAdvocate preferred.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Why Rutter Mills?

Rutter Mills LLP is a well-established and highly regarded personal injury firm with offices throughout Hampton Roads. Our litigation team is known for delivering exceptional results and providing compassionate client service.

We are also committed to giving back to the community through partnerships with local nonprofits and youth sports organizations, contributing time, resources, and support to the communities we proudly serve.

As our firm continues to grow, this role offers strong long-term career potential, including opportunities for advancement and increased responsibility within an expanding litigation team.

Benefits Include:

• Paid Time Off
• Health insurance
• 401(k) after 1 year
• Collaborative, team-oriented environment with experienced trial attorneys