Litigation Paralegal

Job Title: Litigation Paralegal
Annapolis, MD
Full Time / In-Office

Overview:
Liff, Walsh & Simmons is a progressive and reputable law firm known for our commitment to excellence, integrity, and client-focused legal services. We are seeking an ambitious and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Litigation Paralegal. This role is ideal for recent graduates or individuals who are otherwise eager to gain hands-on experience in the management of complex cases throughout the litigation process. The successful candidate will work closely with our attorneys and will have a strong desire and eagerness to learn about the Litigation Practice Area.

What We Offer:

• Mentorship and guidance from a team of experienced attorneys.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Potential for growth and advancement within the firm.

Candidate Attributes:

• Ability to succeed in a fast-paced environment driven by multiple deadlines.
• Ability to manage and effectively prioritize a large number of projects at the same time.
• Positive, pro-active, professional attitude, with a strong desire to learn about law with a hyper focus on litigation and employment law.
• High level of initiative and the ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Complete discretion and ability to work with confidential information.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Adept using Microsoft Office 365 suite of products (Outlook, Word, Excel) as well as Adobe PDF creator and editor.

Preferred (But Not Required) Experience

• Recent graduate or current student pursuing a degree in which legal studies, business, government or employment is a component of the degree.
• Prior internship or work experience in a legal setting.
• A paralegal certificate from an ABA-accredited program.

Job Duties:

• Conduct in-depth legal research on case law, statutes, and regulations relevant to ongoing litigation matters.
• Analyze and summarize legal information to assist attorneys in building strong case strategies.
• Assist in drafting legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and discovery requests. Prepare and file court documents, ensuring compliance with procedural requirements.
• Maintain organized and current electronic and physical case files from opening through the closing of files.
• Assist in preparing correspondence and communication related to litigation matters. Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Apply analytical skills to identify and assist in resolving issues; proactively suggest appropriate solutions and recommendations to enhance final work product.
• Perform other special projects, paralegal duties and other related assignments.

How to Apply:

If this sounds like you, submit your resume and cover letter to careers@liffwalsh.com. Liff, Walsh & Simmons is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.