What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal position at Blackstone Trial Group, PLLC?
Company Description Blackstone Trial Group, PLLC is the first and only law firm dedicated exclusively to correctional healthcare defense litigation. The firm focuses on representing clients in complex, high-stakes matters arising from the delivery of medical care in correctional settings. Team members have the opportunity to work on specialized cases that shape legal standards in this niche area. Blackstone Trial Group offers a professional and high-tech environment that values diligence, accuracy, and collaboration. The firm is committed to developing litigation professionals who are skilled in navigating legal and AI systems to achieve high-quality results for our clients. We do not use a billable hour system, rather our workload is based on efficiencies and client outcomes.
Role Description The Paralegal will support attorneys in all phases of correctional healthcare defense litigation in a full-time, on-site role based in Birmingham, AL. Day-to-day responsibilities include managing electronic case files , assisting with filing pleadings and coordinating with experts and witnesses. The paralegal will help maintain calendars and deadlines, prepare correspondence, prepare trial notebooks and exhibits, and support attorneys during hearings, depositions, and trial. This position requires consistent on-site collaboration with the legal team and adherence to firm protocols and confidentiality standards.
Qualifications
- Candidates should possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong attention to organization and detail.
- Candidates should possess proficiency with legal case management software, Microsoft Office, and electronic filing systems like Pacer.
- Relevant experience as a paralegal is required.
- A paralegal certificate or degree in paralegal studies or a related field is beneficial.
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines, work collaboratively on-site, and maintain strict confidentiality is required.
Excellent salary and benefits. Starting salary commensurate to experience.
Full Time Benefits:
- Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan
- Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
- We offer low-cost benefits to our employees and their families
- Employment Assistance Program (EAP) services
- 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
- Tuition Assistance
- Referral bonuses
- On-site education
- Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
- Generous paid time off & paid holidays