What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Paralegal position at Ascendo Resources?
Position Summary
The Litigation Paralegal will provide comprehensive case management support to attorneys handling a caseload of Med Mal and Personal injury matters. This role requires strong organizational skills, familiarity with civil litigation procedure, and the ability to manage multiple case deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage case files throughout the litigation process
- Draft, file, and serve pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, and other litigation documents
- Request and organize medical records, bills, police reports, and other case-related documentation
- Prepare demand packages and assist with pre-litigation settlement negotiations
- Calendar and track statutes of limitations, court deadlines, and discovery due dates
- Coordinate depositions, mediations, and trial preparation, including exhibit and witness organization
- Communicate with clients, medical providers, insurance adjusters, and opposing counsel
- Conduct legal research and cite-check pleadings and briefs as needed
- Assist attorneys with trial preparation, including trial notebooks and witness/exhibit lists
- Maintain compliance with e-filing procedures in state and federal courts
Qualifications
- Paralegal Certificate or equivalent litigation paralegal experience required; Bachelor's degree preferred
- 5 years of Med Mal, Personal Injury or civil litigation paralegal experience
- Trial prep and trial experience
- Proficiency with case management software (e.g., Filevine, Litify, Needles, or similar) and Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong knowledge of state and federal court rules and e-filing procedures
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize competing tasks independently
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Salary : $70,000 - $100,000