Paralegal Opportunities in Global Law Firms and In-House Legal Departments

1 week ago


Washington, United States Hawthorne Lane Full time
About Hawthorne Lane

Hawthorne Lane is a boutique staffing firm specializing in recruitment for Paralegal roles in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Our team works closely with a select group of small, mid-sized, and global law firms and corporate legal departments to identify top-notch Paralegal professionals who can excel in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.

About the Jobs

Our clients are seeking Paralegals with two or more years of hands-on legal experience who can manage large cases, coordinate deadlines, and liaise with attorneys, courts, and clients. Responsibilities include drafting legal documents and correspondence, preparing court filings, managing large document databases, coordinating discovery, and assisting with corporate closings and deals.

We utilize various software packages to maintain case-related documents, prepare presentations, create demonstratives, track deadlines, and generate reports. Our Paralegals work in a variety of in-person, hybrid, and remote environments and are valued for their professionalism, technical expertise, and ability to work effectively in teams.

About the Culture

Our employers offer competitive compensation packages with medical insurance, PTO, 401(k), bonus eligibility, and opportunity for paid overtime. They value their Paralegal support professionals and show appreciation for their hard work and dedication. Our clients are fun and lively, with a variety of work cultures that offer a great work-life balance.

About You

We are seeking experienced Paralegals with a minimum of 2-5 years of experience who are familiar with legal processes and have experience working across various programs such as Westlaw, LexisNexis, and Relativity. Our ideal candidate is a professional who can deliver results in a fast-paced environment, is cool and collected under pressure, and has excellent time management, customer service, and follow-through skills. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from a diverse range of backgrounds.



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