Commercial Litigation Paralegal

The Role

An established 18-attorney litigation firm is seeking a Commercial Litigation Paralegal with 1–3 years of experience to join its growing team. This is an opportunity for an early-career paralegal who wants meaningful responsibility, direct attorney interaction, and exposure to sophisticated state, federal, and FINRA matters.

The firm is looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced litigation environment and is eager to deepen their procedural and e-discovery expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and prepare legal documents, including summonses, subpoenas, notices of filing, motions, and deposition materials
• Handle electronic filings in state and federal courts, including FINRA arbitration matters
• Utilize platforms such as Odyssey eFile, PACER, and FINRA DR Portal
• Assist with drafting discovery requests and responses
• Prepare deposition, arbitration, and trial exhibits
• Conduct document review and coordinate productions
• Summarize depositions and case materials
• Maintain and organize case files, pleadings, and discovery
• Support e-discovery workflows using platforms such as DISCO and Relativity
• Research witnesses, jurors, and arbitrators; assist with arbitration preparation materials

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 1–3 years of litigation paralegal experience (state, federal, or arbitration experience preferred)
• Strong working knowledge of court rules and filing procedures
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail
• Able to manage multiple deadlines in a deadline-driven environment
• Proactive and resourceful in anticipating attorney needs
• Professional communicator who works efficiently and diplomatically

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Adobe
• Familiarity with Juris or comparable time/billing software
• Experience with e-discovery platforms (DISCO and/or Relativity preferred)
• Comfortable learning new litigation technology systems

Education & Credentials

• Paralegal Certificate required
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred