Paralegal Coordinator

Paralegal Coordinator

Mc Guire Woods  is seeking a Paralegal Coordinator to partner with the Manager and Director of Paralegal and Legal Support Services to ensure the seamless operation of legal projects. In this role, you’ll take on a mix of coordination, reporting, and training program management—playing a key part in driving efficiency while supporting the growth and development of our talented paralegal team.

Location:

Charlotte, Richmond, Tysons, Washington DC, Baltimore, Pittsburgh, New York City, Chicago.

• Plan, delegate, and track work assignments for paralegal and legal support professionals.
• Monitor staffing utilization and contribute to resource allocation and staffing plans.
• Maintain program documents, training materials, and Portal page content.
• Generate and analyze management reports (overtime, productivity, compliance, etc.).
• Partner with the Paralegal Manager to design, manage, and evaluate training and development programs.
• Oversee training materials, third‑party programs, and licenses.
• Track and assess program effectiveness and industry trends, making recommendations for improvement.
• Liaise with Department Management on participant performance and progression.
• Support communications including newsletters, policy updates, and other initiatives.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years’ substantive experience as a paralegal/legal assistant in a large law firm.
• Paralegal certification from an ABA‑accredited program preferred.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. law, court systems, and agency functions; litigation and transactional knowledge preferred.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail‑oriented, organized, and able to maintain confidentiality.
• Professional, collaborative, and capable of building effective relationships across the firm.
• Ability to prioritize, act decisively under pressure, and maintain a positive approach.

Not Applicable

Full‑time

Legal

Law Practice and Legal Services

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