Paralegal
- Civil Litigation
- Asheville Hedrick Gardner Kincheloe & Garofalo LLP
- 3.
7 Asheville, NC Job Details Full-time 8 hours ago Benefits Free parking Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance Pet insurance Qualifications Trial material preparation assistance Legal correspondence preparation Microsoft Outlook Legal discovery Mid-level Witness interviewing Records management Bachelor's degree Legal administrative experience Discovery preparation Task prioritization Document review Document viewing software Medical record review for legal cases Legal billing Paralegal experience Paralegal Certificate Communication skills Adobe Acrobat Editing Courtroom preparation Full Job Description Company Description For 70 years, our firm has been a trusted legal partner throughout North and South Carolina — delivering strategic defense, practical counsel, and results that matter. Across our five offices, we combine knowledge and experience with the resources and insight to manage complex claims and litigation efficiently. We believe the strongest defense is built on solid relationships and client engagement. Our attorneys are more than counsel. We stand beside clients at every stage of a dispute by offering clear guidance, focused strategy, and relentless advocacy. Clients trust us to protect their interests and show up when it matters most. What sets us apart is our commitment to true partnership. We invest deeply in understanding each client's unique perspective, challenges they are facing, and their priorities, ensuring our counsel is practical and aligned with your business goals. We blend a legacy of steady, dependable advocacy with a collaborative multi-generational approach — where experience meets innovation and grit meets adaptability. This balance allows us to navigate complex claims with precision that enhances efficiency and outcomes. Our five offices across the Carolinas give us unmatched perspective. We understand the nuances of state and regional regulations and court practices, enabling us to craft defense strategies grounded in real-world environments. Job Description Asheville office in downtown location seeks a full-time litigation paralegal to join the civil team. Responsibilities include analyzing medical files and discovery requests, instrumental investigations into matters impacting defense of cases, assisting with responding to discovery, and assisting with deposition, hearing, and trial preparations. Hybrid work environment.
Core duties and responsibilities:
Interviewing witnesses and documenting what is learned Summarizing medical records Rule 414 medical calculations Conducting social media research Performing records research Performing legal research Summarizing legal documents Summarizing depositions or hearings Preparing correspondence Drafting legal documents Assisting lawyers with preparing for depositions, hearings, meetings, trials Recording time for client billing
Skills and Abilities:
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite/Outlook and internet research Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat and/or Kofax PDF Exceptional proofreading, written and verbal communication skills Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines In depth knowledge of legal terminology and principles Ability to analyze legal documents for accuracy Must be detail-oriented and team-oriented Qualifications Required
- paralegal certificate or two years' experience working as a paralegal or legal assistant, preferably in a litigation practice. Preferred
- bachelor's degree or work equivalent.
Adobe and electronic document management with a prospective focus on construction-related disputes. Additional Information Hedrick Gardner offers competitive salary and benefits including free parking.
Benefits:
Medical Dental Vision Life Short-term Disability Long-term Disability
HRA FSA 401K
Educational Assistance Pet Insurance Paid Holidays PTO Accrual Benefit Conditions:
Waiting period may apply Only full-time employees eligible Ability to commute/relocate: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work. Hedrick Gardner is committed to the equal employment opportunity of all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law.
