Pre-Litigation Paralegal

Williams DeLoatche, P.C.; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Williams DeLoatche, P.C. seeks a reliable Paralegal to support attorneys across pre-litigation and case management from intake to resolution in Roanoke, Virginia.

You will handle docketing, drafting documents, and coordinating with clients and courts. Ideal candidates have 2–3+ years of paralegal experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and case management tools (Neos, Filevine, Clio).

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years of paralegal experience in a law firm setting (personal injury experience is a plus).
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication.
• Comfortable working with Microsoft Office and legal case management software (Neos, Filevine, Clio, etc.).
• High attention to detail and a strong sense of accountability.
• A client-focused mindset and calm, professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys with day-to-day case work from intake through resolution.
• Draft and file legal documents, correspondence, discovery, and settlement materials under attorney guidance.
• Manage case files, deadlines, and calendars to make sure nothing falls through the cracks.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, medical providers, and insurance companies.
• Prepare demand packages, discovery responses, and case summaries as needed.
• Help coordinate depositions, hearings, mediations, and other case-related events.
• Keep case information accurate and organized using our case management system (Neos).
• Work closely with attorneys and staff to prioritize tasks and keep cases moving efficiently.
• Pitch in with general administrative support when needed — we’re a small team and work together.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Organization

Communication

Microsoft Office

Neos

Filevine

Clio

Attention to detail

Tools

Neos

Filevine

Clio

Job description

We’re looking for a reliable, detail-oriented Paralegal to support our attorneys across both pre-litigation matters. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys managing cases from start to finish, staying organized, and being a key part of a collaborative legal team.

If you’re someone who takes pride in keeping cases moving forward, communicating clearly, and juggling multiple priorities without losing attention to detail, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

• Support attorneys with day-to-day case work from intake through resolution
• Draft and file legal documents, correspondence, discovery, and settlement materials under attorney guidance
• Manage case files, deadlines, and calendars to make sure nothing falls through the cracks
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, medical providers, and insurance companies
• Prepare demand packages, discovery responses, and case summaries as needed
• Help coordinate depositions, hearings, mediations, and other case-related events
• Keep case information accurate and organized using our case management system (Neos)
• Work closely with attorneys and staff to prioritize tasks and keep cases moving efficiently
• Pitch in with general administrative support when needed — we’re a small team and work together

What We’re Looking For

• 2–3+ years of paralegal experience in a law firm setting (personal injury experience is a plus)
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication
• Comfortable working with Microsoft Office and legal case management software (Neos, Filevine, Clio, etc.)
• High attention to detail and a strong sense of accountability
• A client-focused mindset and calm, professional demeanor

Why This Role Works

• You’ll have hands‑on involvement in cases, not just task work
• You’ll work directly with attorneys and be part of meaningful case strategy conversations
• You’ll be trusted to manage your work and take ownership of files
• You’ll join a collaborative, team‑oriented office where your work matters
• Full-time, on-site position
• Standard hours: 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
• Overtime is uncommon and only with approval