Litigation Paralegal

Friar Violet is a consulting and talent firm. This role is for an award winning law firm in Rhode Island.

The Paralegal team plays a key role in providing extraordinary legal care. An ideal candidate understands the Personal Injury litigation legal process and is ready to join a fast-paced team.

Core Responsibilities:

Manage personal injury and medical malpractice litigation files.

Prepare all legal documents associated with the onset of filing complaints with the court to the settlement of litigation cases.

Prepare and e-file/file Motions with the Court and diary for Objections.

Timely prepare all discovery documents from Plaintiff to Defendant and Defendant to Plaintiff.

Timely preparation of responses to discovery and meet with clients, to complete discovery documentation.

Calendar appointments for partners and attorneys relating to the litigation cases.

Scheduling of depositions, arbitrations, mediations and preparation of exhibits, Arbitration/Mediation packages to submit to arbitrators/mediators.

Preparation of settlement statements, compromise/reduction letters for litigation cases that settle prior to trial and post-trial.

Preparation of all legal documents associated at trial time.

Translation available during trial testimony, preparation of appointments with all Plaintiff parties involved, if applicable.

Handling visual exhibits at trial, if required.

Maintain client contact in accordance with Firm Policy.

Maintain monthly 1:1 agendas of client files for proactive continuation of cases.

Prepare draft letters associated with the development of litigation files including dictation translation from managing partners or associate attorneys.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Paralegal certification or degree

Organized with strong attention to detail

Strong interpersonal, communication and writing skills

Strong computer skills and record tracking

Have a client-first approach

Ability to work independently and within a team

Ability to work under pressure

Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and handle large volumes of work

Must be energetic and self-motivated, operating with a sense of urgency

5-7 years prior litigation experience in a personal injury firm

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Applications

Experience using Needles software is a plus

Spanish speaker a plus, but not required

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Mon-Fri in Providence office, opportunity for hybrid schedule once fully onboarded

Salary: $30 per hour