Litigation Paralegal

Full job description Location: Richmond, VA Job description McCandlish Holton aggressively defends a wide variety of clients and cases throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia in all state and federal courts through our Civil Litigation, and Workers’ Compensation practice groups. Our paralegals and attorneys work closely together in a team environment that is positive, fast paced, and deadline focused. We seek talented team members who are well organized, have good independent time management skills, are detail oriented, and adaptable with the willingness and ability to both learn and implement a defined prioritization system. Successful candidates will have demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills and be able to read and understand legal documents at an advanced level. A college degree or relevant, related experience is required. New and upcoming graduates are encouraged to apply. Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills are a must. Day-to-day responsibilities include: · Managing multiple cases from file opening to trial or settlement · Assisting with drafting discovery objections, Answers/Responses, and obtaining information from clients for same · Obtaining and reviewing medical records to create detailed chronological summaries for attorney review · Drafting various legal documents such as subpoenas duces tecum, witness subpoenas, notices of hearing or deposition, and FOIA requests · Work to support attorneys with preparation for hearings, depositions, mediations, trial, and other case events · Assisting with maintenance of case filing system as well as team case list to ensure deadlines are accurate and case status are up to date · Track and notate all tasks completed using billing software · Check/monitor dockets for relevant case information · Prolonged sitting and typing McCandlish Holton, PC is an equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. Women, people of color, people with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ+, and members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. Direct applicants only. Please, no agencies, recruiters, or staffing firms. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: · Health Insurance · Dental Insurance · Vision Insurance · 401(k) with match · Health Savings Account · Flexible Spending Account · Life Insurance · Paid Time Off · Professional Development Assistance · Employee Referral Program · Employee Assistance Program Schedule: 8-hour shift Work Location: In person Education: Bachelor's (Preferred) Experience: Paralegal: 1 year (Preferred) Work Location: In person   &