Virtual Litigation Paralegal

Summary

Join Equivity as an experienced paralegal passionate about litigation! Key responsibilities include drafting legal documents, managing case files, communicating with clients and court personnel, assisting attorneys with trial preparation, and providing administrative support. You will need 3+ years of litigation experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal research tools, and strong organizational and communication skills. The position is remote, requiring your own laptop, smartphone, and broadband internet. Equivity offers comprehensive benefits including medical, vision, dental, sick days, employee discounts, and expense reimbursements, along with growth opportunities and work flexibility.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in litigation, with expertise in drafting legal documents and managing case files
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, video conferencing platforms, and legal research tools
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills
• Work remotely with your own laptop and smartphone with broadband internet access
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Bachelor’s degree
• 3+ years of recent paralegal experience in litigation
• Availability to respond to requests within an hour, 9 AM - 6 PM, Monday – Friday
• Quiet location for phone calls

Responsibilities

• Draft legal documents, including letters, pleadings, motions, and affidavits
• Organize and manage litigation case files, ensuring documentation is accurate and up-to-date
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel professionally
• Assist attorneys with hearing and trial preparation, including exhibit organization and coordinating witnesses
• Provide administrative support, including scheduling and managing calendars
• Collaborate effectively with team members to ensure smooth workflow and case progress

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental benefits
• Sick days
• Employee discounts
• EAP
• Expense reimbursements
• With the pay incentive program, earn a $1 raise after billing 40 hours/month and another $1 raise at 80 hours/month
• Enjoy the autonomy of working from home