Litigation Paralegal

📍 Trumbull, CT

🕒 Full‑Time | Hybrid

💲 $65,000–$90,000 DOE

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About Us

Saxe Doernberger & Vita, P.C. (SDV) is a nationally recognized law firm dedicated exclusively to representing policyholders in insurance coverage disputes. With headquarters in Connecticut and offices in California and Florida, SDV is proud to be Mansfield Certified, reflecting our commitment to equitable talent practices and inclusive leadership development. We value collaboration, innovation, and a culture where every team member’s contribution matter

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail‑oriented and proactive Litigation Paralegal with 3–5 years of experience in Connecticut state and federal courts to support a busy litigation practice. Experience in New York and Massachusetts courts will also be considered. This role is ideal for a paralegal who takes ownership of their work, and brings a strong foundation in multi‑jurisdictional litigation support. The Paralegal will support multiple attorneys and work collaboratively with other paralegals to ensure efficient case management and high‑quality client service.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and file litigation documents, including pleadings, complaints, summonses, subpoenas, and discovery requests and responses
• Manage and maintain litigation calendars, ensuring compliance with state court rules and federal court deadlines
• Electronically file documents in Connecticut state courts and federal courts using CM/ECF
• Conduct legal research related to court rules, procedures, filing requirements, and jurisdiction‑specific practices
• Communicate professionally with attorneys, clients, court personnel, opposing counsel, and vendors
• Organize, maintain, and manage case files using a document management system
• Assist attorneys with trial, arbitration, and hearing preparation, including exhibit coordination, witness preparation, and logistics
• Support discovery and e‑discovery efforts, including document organization, review coordination, and production
• Work independently and collaboratively to manage multiple matters
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion with sensitive information

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3–5 years of litigation paralegal experience
• Demonstrated experience in Connecticut state and federal courts
• Experience in New York and Massachusetts courts preferred
• Strong knowledge of court procedures, filing requirements, and calendaring rules
• Proficiency with electronic filing systems
• Experience with document management systems (NetDocuments preferred)
• Experience with discovery, e‑discovery processes and e-discovery platforms (Everlaw preferred)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and problem‑solving ability
• Ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Willingness to work overtime as needed

Benefits

• Competitive salary and year-end performance based bonus.
• Generous PTO and flexible work arrangements as applicable.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with match from first date of employment.

We’re excited to meet passionate professionals who are ready to make an impact, and we warmly encourage you to apply and grow with the SDV team.