Analysis Skills, Communication Skills, Data Analysis, Data Sets, Detail Oriented, Legal, Legal Research, Legal Support Skills, LexisNexis, Litigation, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Paralegal, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Management, Production Control, Regulations, Relativity, Team Player, Time Management, Writing Skills
This role supports litigation attorneys across all phases of complex legal matters, from filings through to trial preparation. The position suits a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is looking to build a long-term paralegal career.
Client Details
Our client is a leading global law firm operating within the legal services industry, recognised for handling sophisticated litigation, regulatory and transactional matters. With an international presence and a strong collaborative culture, the firm is known for delivering innovative legal solutions and fostering professional growth.
Description
- Support all phases of litigation, including filings, discovery and trial preparation
- Prepare and submit court documents via electronic filing systems (e.g. PACER, e-filing tools)
- Assist with drafting pleadings, briefs and other legal documentation
- Conduct legal and non-legal research using tools such as Westlaw, LexisNexis and online databases
- Manage and organize case files, ensuring compliance with internal protocols
- Use litigation support platforms (e.g. Relativity) to manage and analyze large data sets
- Coordinate eDiscovery processes, including document collection and production tracking
- Prepare chronologies, exhibits and key document sets for attorney review
- Assist with depositions, hearings, interviews and trial preparation
- Track deadlines and proactively support case teams
- Maintain knowledge of relevant court rules and procedures
- Mentor junior team members and support best practice adoption
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
Profile
A successful Litigation Paralegal should have:
- Bachelor's degree with ~3 years of litigation paralegal experience
- Strong knowledge of litigation processes, court systems and e-filing procedures
- Advanced Excel and strong proficiency across legal and Microsoft Office tools
- Experience with legal research platforms (e.g. Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER)
- Familiarity with eDiscovery workflows and litigation databases (e.g. Relativity)
- Excellent organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Discreet and capable of handling confidential information
- Proactive, collaborative, and able to work independently when required
- Flexible with working hours and occasional travel
Job Offer
- Competitive base salary with discretionary bonus
- Comprehensive healthcare and retirement benefits
- Generous paid time off and paid leave options
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
- Access to well being programs and employee support initiatives
- Collaborative, inclusive culture with strong career progression potential
- Opportunity to work on high-profile, complex legal matters
If you're ready to take the next step in your career as a Litigation Paralegal, we encourage you to apply today!
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.