Senior Paralegal

Jobot; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Senior Litigation Paralegal to join our construction litigation team in Louisville. The ideal candidate will manage high-volume, complex case files, handle electronic discovery, and support attorneys through all phases of litigation, including trial preparation.

A strong background in construction law and at least seven years of litigation support experience are preferred. We offer competitive salary and benefits with opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or paralegal certification from an accredited program.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in litigation support.
• Proficiency in MS Office, electronic discovery platforms (Relativity, Logikull, Disco, etc.), litigation support software (Trial Director), and document management tools.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Draft and file legal documents, pleadings, and discovery.
• Handle and organize case files, evidence, and exhibits.
• Manage voluminous electronic discovery, including document collection, review, and production.
• Coordinate and communicate with clients, witnesses, and court personnel.
• Conduct legal research and prepare summaries.
• Assist in trial preparation and support during court proceedings.
• Ensure compliance with deadlines and court procedures.
• Mentor and supervise junior paralegals and support staff.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Electronic discovery platforms

Litigation support software

Document management tools

Strong organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or paralegal certification

7+ years in litigation support

Tools

Relativity

Logikull

Disco

Trial Director

Job description

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Salary: $75,000 - $100,000 per year

A bit about us:

Preeminent construction law firm serving clients throughout the United States. We represent contractors, developers, architects, and other construction professionals in a wide range of legal matters including contract negotiation, dispute resolution, and litigation.

Why join us?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

Job Details

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Litigation Paralegal to join our dynamic construction litigation team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in litigation support, electronic discovery, managing high-volume, complex case files, and assisting attorneys throughout all phases of litigation. Prior trial experience required. Experience in construction law preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft and file legal documents, pleadings, and discovery.
• Handle and organize case files, evidence, and exhibits.
• Manage voluminous electronic discovery, including document collection, review, and production.
• Coordinate and communicate with clients, witnesses, and court personnel.
• Conduct legal research and prepare summaries.
• Assist in trial preparation and support during court proceedings.
• Ensure compliance with deadlines and court procedures.
• Mentor and supervise junior paralegals and support staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or paralegal certification from an accredited program.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in litigation support.
• Proficiency in MS Office, electronic discovery platforms (i.e. Relativity, Logikull, Disco, etc.), litigation support software (i.e. Trial Director), and document management tools.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.

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