Senior Litigation Paralegal - Trial-Ready & Tech-Savvy

Michael Page; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Global firm

Collaborative culture

Job summary

MPI, a global firm headquartered in DC with offices across the US and globally, seeks a Senior Litigation Paralegal to provide comprehensive support to attorneys on complex matters. The role offers a hybrid work model and opportunities to work with a highly visible litigation team.

Ideal candidates will have 5+ years in litigation, trial preparation experience, and proficiency with Relativity and Nuix Discover, coupled with exceptional organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a litigation paralegal, ideally in Big Law.
• Experience preparing for and attending trial.
• Proficiency with Relativity and Nuix Discover for legal research.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven track record of supporting attorneys in litigation matters.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with case preparation, legal research, and document management for complex litigation matters.
• Draft, proofread, and organize legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and discovery materials.
• Coordinate and manage deadlines for filings, discovery, and court appearances.
• Support attorneys during trial preparation and provide assistance during court proceedings as needed.
• Conduct thorough research using legal databases and other resources to gather case-related information.
• Communicate with clients, witnesses, and external counsel to ensure the smooth flow of case-related information.
• Maintain and organize case files, both physical and electronic, ensuring all records are up-to-date and accessible.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure compliance with legal and procedural requirements.

Skills

Litigation paralegal experience

Trial preparation

Legal research tools

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Time management

Tools

Relativity

Nuix Discover

Job description

MPI, a global firm headquartered in DC with offices across the US and globally, seeks a Senior Litigation Paralegal to provide comprehensive support to attorneys on complex matters. The role offers a hybrid work model and opportunities to work with a highly visible litigation team.

Ideal candidates will have 5+ years in litigation, trial preparation experience, and proficiency with Relativity and Nuix Discover, coupled with exceptional organizational and communication skills.