Senior Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal

Rutter Mills LLP; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health insurance

401(k) after 1 year

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Rutter Mills LLP, located in Norfolk, Virginia, is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support trial attorneys throughout the litigation process. This full-time role requires 3+ years of personal injury litigation experience in Virginia, along with strong knowledge of local court rules.

The ideal candidate will manage case files, draft legal documents, and ensure compliance with procedural requirements. Rutter Mills values a collaborative environment and offers benefits like health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Virginia personal injury litigation experience.
• Strong working knowledge of Virginia court rules, civil procedure, and e-filing systems.
• Proven ability to manage caseloads with accuracy and organization.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery requests.
• Manage case files and litigation calendars.
• Review and summarize medical records and billing documentation.
• Coordinate depositions and mediations.
• Support trial preparation logistics.
• Communicate professionally with clients and courts.
• Ensure compliance with Virginia court rules.

Skills

Virginia personal injury litigation experience

Knowledge of Virginia court rules

Case management proficiency

Strong communication skills

Drafting legal documents

Ability to manage caseloads

Work independently and in teams

Tools

SmartAdvocate

Job description

Rutter Mills LLP, located in Norfolk, Virginia, is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support trial attorneys throughout the litigation process. This full-time role requires 3+ years of personal injury litigation experience in Virginia, along with strong knowledge of local court rules.

The ideal candidate will manage case files, draft legal documents, and ensure compliance with procedural requirements. Rutter Mills values a collaborative environment and offers benefits like health insurance and a 401(k) plan.