Senior Litigation Paralegal

Hawthorne Lane; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Matching 401(k)

Flexible spending accounts

Paid vacation and sick leave

Job summary

A boutique litigation law firm in Washington, D.C. is seeking a seasoned Litigation Paralegal to manage cases from start to finish. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of litigation experience and a bachelor's degree. Responsibilities include assisting attorneys, conducting research, and managing deadlines. The firm offers excellent benefits, a supportive work environment, and the opportunity to work from home twice a week after six months.

Qualifications

• At least three years of full life cycle litigation experience.
• Ability to work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
• Proactive approach and flexibility in work hours.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex litigation matters from start to finish.
• Assist attorneys in preparing for depositions and trials.
• Conduct legal research and summarize findings.

Skills

Litigation experience

Attention to detail

Proficiency in legal software

Research skills

Proofreading

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

A boutique litigation law firm headquartered in Washington, D.C., is seeking a seasoned and proactive Litigation Paralegal to join their busy team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with tenured Partners and Associates in a team-oriented atmosphere, assisting with complex and substantive tasks. Essential to this role is your ability to work hard and with attention to detail while adhering to strict deadlines and filing protocols. The firm offers a great reputation, outstanding benefits, generous compensation, and a Metro-accessible location.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage complex litigation matters from start to finish.
• Assist attorneys in preparing for depositions and trials, and ensure that logistics, filings and deadlines are proactively managed.
• Proofread, edit, Bluebook, Shepardize, and file briefs.
• Utilize the latest legal software packages to coordinate discovery, maintain documents, and prepare for trial.
• Consult with attorneys and legal assistants on best practices and procedures.
• Conduct research, summarize findings, and collaborate with case team on winning strategies.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Benefits include health, dental and vision insurance, matching 401(k), flexible spending, pre-tax transit reimbursement account, and paid vacation and sick leave.
• Candidates will be able to work from home twice a week following a six-month probationary period.
• The firm values hard work, dedication, and providing excellent service to their clients.

What We’re Looking For

• Accomplished. You have at least three (3) or more years of full life cycle litigation experience and a bachelor’s degree.
• Flexible and versatile. You are comfortable putting in extra hours as needed.
• Overachiever. You are proactive and take initiative. Going above and beyond is in your DNA.
• Deadline-driven. You have a deep appreciation for deadlines and exceeding expectations.
• Engaged. You are eager to assist others and have the judgment to know when to ask for additional resources.

Essential to Hawthorne Lane’s successis our ability to attract talent from a range of backgrounds. Our network reflects the diverse community around us, and we believein a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed. Applicants will not be discriminated againston the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.