Senior Litigation Paralegal

3 weeks ago


Portsmouth, United States The Moody Law Firm Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

We have an immediate opening for a Senior Litigation Paralegal.  We are looking for a senior litigation paralegal with 7+ years’ experience including preparing court cases at  federal and state levels, drafting, discovery, calendaring, etc. Experience in  PI or our railroad specialty practice area FELA. Candidates will have excellent organizational, communication, and grammar skills. Proficiency in MS Office, Adobe, and experience using client management systems is essential. The firm offers a professional work environment with in-house training. Competitive wage and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long and short-term disability, 401k, paid time off, holidays, and paid garage parking. 

Essential Position Responsibilities:

  • Processes new cases and prepares files for attorney review
  • Calendaring of SOL’s and trial dates
  • Summarizes deposition transcripts
  • Subpoenas medical records, tracks responses, produces records received and updates medical chronologies
  • Coordinates independent medical exams and records reviews with medical providers, prepares medical packages
  • Drafts motions and additional pleadings for attorney review
  • Prepares demand letters and documents for production and reviews/incorporates document productions from opposing counsel
  • Calendar/docket depositions, hearings, pre-trial agreements, discovery, and other deadlines
  • Prepares hearing exhibits and other documents to be produced to court and opposing counsel
  • Evaluates ongoing medical records and reviews cases for settlement or trial

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Highly organized with excellent time management skills
  • Critical thinking skills:  ability to identify, prioritize and solve problems effectively
  • Superior analytical and investigative skills
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office software and client management systems
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work with clients and colleagues to support a positive work environment

The Moody Law Firm, Inc.  is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a policy of non-discrimination and inclusion to all employees and applicants for employment.  



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