Prepare and file court documents, including e-filing in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, and the District of Columbia (and corresponding federal courts). This role provides comprehensive litigation support to multiple attorneys and requires the ability to manage a high-volume caseload in a fast-paced environment.
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Location
Philadelphia, PA
Description
We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, certified Paralegal to support our General Liability team in our Philadelphia office. This role provides comprehensive litigation support to multiple attorneys and requires the ability to manage a high-volume caseload in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities:
Manage and organize case files for several matters, including tracking deadlines, maintaining calendars, and ensuring all case activity is up to date
Draft, finalize, and serve legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery requests, subpoenas, and correspondence
Prepare and file court documents, including e-filing in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, and the District of Columbia (and corresponding federal courts)
Track and document all discovery deadlines; assist with drafting, organizing, and managing discovery requests and responses
Coordinate and manage subpoena requests, including ongoing communication with providers and analysis of records received
Conduct legal and background research, including docket searches, social media investigations, and identifying subpoena entities
Organize, review, and analyze incoming records, invoices, and case-related data
Coordinate depositions, including scheduling, preparing exhibits, and compiling medical chronologies
Assist with expert retention, including research, scheduling, document preparation, and follow-up on reports
Prepare affidavits of service and facilitate distribution of documents to courts and opposing counsel
Work closely with attorneys and the billing department, including accounts receivable support
Accurately track and enter billable time using ProLaw and/or iManage in accordance with firm guidelines
Monitor and follow up on outstanding records via phone, email, and mail
Support multiple attorneys with daily workflow, calendar management, and reminders
Prepare bi-weekly memoranda based on attorneys’ calendars for internal team meetings
Qualifications:
Minimum of 2 years of legal experience, preferably in litigation or general liability
Experience drafting, preparing, and serving legal documents
Prior experience tracking and billing time in ProLaw and/or iManage preferred
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Excellent attention to detail and communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) and PDF tools
Compensation & Benefits: Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental insurance, a 401(k) plan, and additional programs to support overall well-being.
This is a Full-Time, In-Office position in Philadelphia, PA.