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Litigation Paralegal
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What they do
A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.
$56,485 / year median in Indiana
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Salary Range:
$60,000-$90,000 annually, commensurate with experience. What You'll Do- Assist attorneys with litigation matters from case development through settlement, resolution, or trial.
- Take ownership of assigned case-management responsibilities and help ensure matters continue moving forward.
- Draft, prepare, and file pleadings, discovery, motions, correspondence, and other legal documents. Use available technology and AI-assisted tools appropriately to improve efficiency, organization, and work product.
- Manage discovery requests and responses and assist with document production.
- Obtain, organize, review, and summarize medical records, bills, and other case-related documentation.
- Assist with preparation of settlement demands, mediation materials, exhibits, and trial materials.
- Coordinate depositions, mediations, hearings, experts, witnesses, and other litigation activities.
- Track court deadlines, discovery deadlines, appointments, and other important case dates.
- Maintain organized and accurate electronic case files and litigation records.
- Communicate professionally and responsively with clients, attorneys, experts, courts, insurance representatives, and other parties.
- Collaborate with attorneys and other members of the legal team to achieve strong outcomes for our clients. What You Bring
- Prior litigation paralegal or comparable legal experience.
- Working knowledge of litigation procedures and court processes.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Experience using AI tools to support drafting, document review, research, organization, case management, or other legal workflows is strongly preferred.
- Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and manage multiple matters simultaneously.
- Ability to work independently, take ownership of responsibilities, and follow matters through to completion.
- A collaborative, team-first mindset.
- Strong computer skills and comfort learning and using legal technology and case-management systems.
- Experience with Neos or similar case-management software is a plus.
- Personal injury and/or medical malpractice litigation experience is a plus but is not required. Why Wagner Reese
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Meaningful litigation work with hands-on involvement in cases.
- Opportunity to work closely with experienced attorneys and professional staff.
- A collaborative, team-oriented environment.
- A modern approach to legal technology, including the use of AI-assisted tools.
- Stability backed by more than 25 years in practice.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution.
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
- AD&D and life insurance.
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
- 401(k) with firm contribution.