Experienced Litigation Paralegal - office

Baker Donelson has an immediate opening for an experienced Litigation Paralegal. This position may be based at any office location within the Firm's footprint. The position offers flexibility, including the opportunity to work remotely, with occasional travel to one of our offices required for training, trial preparation, and other in-person events.

• Provide comprehensive support to trial counsel across all stages of litigation, from initial investigation through trial and resolution.
• Draft correspondence, pleadings, discovery materials, and other litigation-related documents.
• Conduct thorough factual investigations and assist attorneys in preparation for depositions, mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and trials.
• Provide direct support during trial proceedings.

• Bachelor's degree and/or a paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program, plus a minimum of five years of litigation experience.
• Proven ability to work independently with strong experience in managing, organizing, and reviewing complex litigation documents; proficiency in Relativity or similar document review platforms.
• Familiarity with collaboration and productivity tools such as Microsoft Teams and Asana is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with electronic and paper filing procedures in state and federal courts; thorough working knowledge of relevant court rules; adept at navigating court websites and conducting effective legal research.
• Strong organizational abilities, excellent interpersonal skills, and effective oral and written communication; ability to manage multiple projects and priorities for different attorneys; willingness to work overtime and travel for trials as required.
• Must provide minimum authorization to work in the United States.

The salary range for New Jersey, Maryland, and Washington, D.C. applicants is $85,000 - $97,500.

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid medical leave
• New Parent Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Matching

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, PC is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and all employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, sexual orientation, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression and marital status.