Paralegal: Civil Litigation

Silverman Thompson, a Baltimore-based mid-sized litigation firm, is seeking a civil paralegal to support both our family law and real estate practice groups in our Inner Harbor office.

This role requires substantive involvement in case preparation, client interaction, document drafting, and procedural management.

The ideal candidate is someone who can work independently, exercise sound judgment, and anticipate attorney needs across fast-moving civil matters. Previous paralegal, legal administration, or legal education required.

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Key Responsibilities

• Draft and prepare core pleadings, financial statements, purchase agreements, settlement documents, and contracts
• Assist with discovery requests, conducting due diligence, and identifying issues that require attorney attention
• Review them for accuracy and filing requirements
• Conduct fact-driven case development, including reviewing financial records, organizing disclosures, preparing exhibits, and summarizing evidence
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and court personnel to gather information and coordinate case activity
• Manage deadlines and docketing for hearings, mediation, and trial preparation, ensuring all filings comply with state and local rules
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of legal language, principles, and research methods
• Maintain, manage, and organize case files and/or closing binders within the electronic case management system
• Speak in a professional manner with clients, lenders, agents, and/or vendors to provide quality service and answer basic procedural inquiries

Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree and/or a certificate in paralegal studies
• Mid-level paralegal experience, ideally in a litigation firm
• Experience handling family law and/or real estate matters is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage deadlines, filings, and procedural steps
• Comfortable managing multiple cases and deadlines simultaneously
• Strong drafting, writing, and analytical skills
• Proficiency with case management software, e-filing platforms, and document management tools

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation (commensurate with experience)
• 100% paid health benefits with options for dental and vision supplements
• 401k & profit sharing
• Newly renovated downtown Baltimore offices, including an in-house fitness center
• Free parking at the Inner Harbor
• Professional development opportunities
• Monthly team-building activities, from Orioles games to waterfront happy hours and intramural sports

Salary: $70,000 - $80,000/year

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