Trucking Litigation Paralegal – Detroit (Hybrid)

Stone Legal Recruitment; Grosse Pointe (MI); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Stone Legal Recruitment is seeking a Litigation Paralegal for the Detroit office of a national insurance defense firm, supporting one partner focused on trucking and transportation litigation.

This hands-on role handles discovery, pleadings, case files, and deposition prep, with a clear path to collaboration and mentorship. Hybrid options may be considered after ramp-up; efficient decision timeline is emphasized.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of litigation paralegal experience.
• Exposure to trucking, bodily injury, or personal injury matters preferred.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Comfort working directly with an attorney in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience managing multiple cases and competing deadlines.
• Familiarity with discovery, filings, and litigation workflows.

Responsibilities

• Support a partner in managing a litigation docket from intake through resolution
• Draft and respond to written discovery, including interrogatories and requests for production
• Prepare pleadings, motions, and case-related documents
• Coordinate medical records, expert materials, and case files
• Assist with deposition and trial preparation
• Manage case calendars, deadlines, and filings
• Communicate with clients, experts, and opposing counsel as needed
• Maintain organized case files and ensure timely progression of matters

Skills

Litigation paralegal experience

Organizational skills

Time management

Direct collaboration with attorney

Discovery and filings

Job description

Stone Legal Recruitment is seeking a Litigation Paralegal for the Detroit office of a national insurance defense firm, supporting one partner focused on trucking and transportation litigation.

This hands-on role handles discovery, pleadings, case files, and deposition prep, with a clear path to collaboration and mentorship. Hybrid options may be considered after ramp-up; efficient decision timeline is emphasized.