Senior Litigation Paralegal (SEC or DOJ background)

Career-Developers; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Developers Inc. seeks a Senior Litigation Paralegal to support complex federal and state matters from Boston, NY, or DC in a four-day-a-week hybrid schedule.

You will prepare pleadings, coordinate electronic filings, manage discovery and case files, and assist attorneys in depositions, hearings, and trials.

Proficiency in Relativity, Westlaw/LexisNexis, PACER, and advanced Excel is required, along with excellent communication and the ability to handle confidential data.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 6+ years paralegal or comparable litigation experience.
• Federal and State Court procedural knowledge.
• Government investigations experience involving the SEC/DOJ.
• Complex litigation and electronic court filing experience.
• Discovery and document production experience.
• Working knowledge of Relativity.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Strong legal research using Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER, SEC/EDGAR.
• Strong analytical, organizational, deadline-management abilities.
• Attention to detail under pressure.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and shifting priorities.
• Travel and flexible hours as case requirements demand.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and file Federal and State court pleadings and briefs.
• Coordinate electronic filings, including confidential submissions and large-volume filings.
• Support discovery, including document review and production.
• Conduct searches and manage Relativity databases and discovery platforms.
• Prepare privilege and redaction logs.
• Proofread and cite-check exhibits for motions and briefs.
• Assist attorneys during interviews, depositions, hearings, and trials.
• Manage multiple deadlines and delegate work when appropriate.
• Coordinate with teams on filing deadlines and materials.
• Research using Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER, SEC/EDGAR and other sources.
• Mentor junior paralegals and coordinate cross-office work.
• Maintain secure electronic case files per protocols.

Skills

Litigation support

Relativity

Legal research

Electronic filings

Deadline management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Everchron

Westlaw

LexisNexis

PACER

Job description

Career Developers Inc., a distinguished staffing and consulting firm, is proud to celebrate 30 years of service excellence. As a GSA Contract holder, we offer comprehensive staffing solutions for both commercial and government sectors nationwide. By selectively partnering with clients who share our values, we ensure productive collaborations that set us apart in the industry. Our dedication to candidates involves managing expectations with precision through business intelligence, thorough interview preparation, transparent communication, and exceptional feedback throughout the process.

We are committed to advancing your career and look forward to supporting your professional growth.

Senior Litigation Paralegal

Location

Boston, MA; New York, NY; or Washington, D.C. — Hybrid – 4 days a week in the office

Salary

$110,000 - $140,000

Must have the following

• Bachelor's degree.
• Minimum of 6 years of paralegal experience or experience requiring a comparable litigation skill set.
• Strong working knowledge of Federal and State Court rules and procedures, including civil and criminal matters.
• Hands-on experience supporting government investigations, including SEC and DOJ investigations.
• Advanced experience preparing and coordinating complex Federal and State Court filings, including electronic filings, confidential filings, and high-volume submissions.
• Strong litigation support experience across discovery, depositions, hearings, trials, and complex case matters.
• Working knowledge of Relativity and electronic discovery applications; Everchron experience is valuable.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong proficiency with Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Strong research capabilities using Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER, SEC/EDGAR, court websites, and related research resources.
• Experience managing complex litigation deadlines, case files, electronic documents, privilege logs, redaction logs, and document productions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with attorneys, paralegals, legal support teams, and other stakeholders.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable managing competing priorities in a demanding, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while collaborating effectively across offices and case teams.
• Flexibility to travel and adjust working hours when required by case, filing, trial, or business needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the preparation, review, and filing of Federal and State Court pleadings, motions, briefs, and other court submissions.
• Coordinate complex electronic filings, including confidential submissions and large-volume filings.
• Support all phases of discovery, including document review, document production, depositions, privilege reviews, and redactions.
• Conduct complex searches, coding, and document retrieval within Relativity databases and other discovery platforms.
• Prepare and finalize privilege and redaction logs.
• Proofread, cite-check, record-check, format, and prepare exhibits for motions, briefs, and other court filings.
• Assist attorneys before and during interviews, depositions, hearings, trials, and client meetings.
• Manage multiple litigation deadlines, prioritize competing assignments, and delegate work when appropriate.
• Coordinate with legal support and business services teams on filing deadlines, reminders, submissions, and distribution of case materials.
• Support advanced projects involving data management, analysis, and complex litigation information.
• Maintain accurate and secure electronic case files using approved case management and document management protocols.
• Identify opportunities to improve electronic file storage, retrieval, and litigation workflows.
• Conduct non-legal and case-related research using Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER, SEC/EDGAR, court websites, internet resources, and financial/media research tools.
• Collaborate with partners, associates, paralegals, and business services professionals on sophisticated, multijurisdictional matters.
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and practical support to junior paralegals, legal practice assistants, and case teams.
• Protect sensitive client information and maintain strict confidentiality.
• Communicate clearly and professionally while building effective working relationships across teams and offices.

Requirements

Required

• Bachelor's degree.
• 6+ years of relevant paralegal or comparable litigation experience.
• Federal and State Court procedural knowledge.
• Government investigations experience involving the SEC and/or DOJ.
• Complex litigation and electronic court filing experience.
• Discovery and document production experience.
• Working knowledge of Relativity.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Strong proficiency with legal research and court resources, including Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER, and SEC/EDGAR.
• Strong analytical, organizational, troubleshooting, planning, and deadline-management abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy under pressure.
• Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and cross-functional communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and shifting priorities independently.
• Flexibility regarding travel and working hours based on business and case requirements.

Additional Relevant Experience

• Experience with Everchron or comparable discovery applications.
• Experience supporting large, sophisticated, or multijurisdictional litigation matters.
• Experience mentoring junior paralegals or coordinating work across litigation support teams.
• Advanced data management and analysis experience.