Paralegal

Job Summary

The Paralegal provides advanced legal support to the Chief   Operating Officer and attorneys in a fast-paced litigation environment, with   a primary focus on small claims, case preparation, and chronology   development. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience drafting   pleadings, managing garnishments and discovery, and ensuring compliance with   court rules and deadlines. This role demands strong organizational skills,   attention to detail, and the ability to manage complex case files from start   to resolution.

Key Responsibilities

Case Preparation & Chronology

· Develop, manage, and maintain detailed case chronologies to support   litigation strategy.

· Collect, organize, and analyze case documents, evidence, and discovery   materials.

· Create and maintain key event timelines to support case strategy and   court preparation.

Litigation & Small Claims

· Draft, file, and serve pleadings, motions, garnishments, affidavits,   subpoenas, and other legal documents.

· Prepare and organize small claims case files in coordination with the   COO, including gathering supporting documentation and follow up with client   services and/or compliance department.

Discovery & Document Management

· Coordinate all aspects of discovery, including interrogatories,   requests for production, and requests for admission.

· Maintain case management systems and ensure accurate, up-to-date case files.

Administrative & Client Support

· Maintain clear communication with in-house management regarding case   status, deadlines, and required documentation.

· Monitor and calendar all litigation deadlines, hearings, and court   appearances.

· Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal court rules.

· Perform additional duties as assigned to support business needs.

Qualifications & Skills:

· Education: Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate from an   ABA-approved program preferred.

· Experience: 2–5 years of litigation paralegal experience with a focus   on small claims, case preparation, and chronology management. Debt   collections experience a plus.

· Strong working knowledge of civil procedure, discovery rules, and trial   preparation.

· Proficiency in Microsoft tools.

· Exceptional skills in document drafting, case analysis, and legal   research.

· Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines with high   attention to detail.

· Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work   collaboratively with attorneys, clients, and staff.

Preferred Skills

· Prior experience supporting attorneys in complex litigation and   high-volume small claims matters.

· Expertise in developing comprehensive case chronologies and organizing   large volumes of case data.

· Familiarity with e-filing procedures in federal, state, and local   courts.

Physical Demands:

· Sitting for   long periods of time, 6-8 hours a day

· Using computer   and telephone systems, 6-8 hours a day

· Repetitive hand   and wrist movement, 6-8 hours a day

Environment & Schedule:

· Business office   (call center setting)

· 8-hour shifts,   Monday–Friday (schedule may vary due to the company’s needs and workload)

· Occasional travel may be required.