Litigation Paralegal

Join Our Team at Lightfoot, Franklin & White – Litigation Paralegal

Location: Birmingham, AL

At Lightfoot, Franklin & White, we are expanding our litigation team in Birmingham to handle a wide range of impactful cases. As a Litigation Paralegal, you will collaborate closely with experienced attorneys and staff to support all aspects of litigation, ensuring the efficient and effective case administration. This position is ideal for a dedicated individual with strong organizational skills, a comprehensive understanding of litigation procedures, and a passion for delivering high-quality work in a team-oriented legal environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Case Management: Assist attorneys in organizing and managing both electronic and physical case files, track deadlines, and ensure timely filing of all necessary documents.
• Court Filings: Prepare, organize, and file legal documents in state and federal courts, and with administrative agencies. Monitor court calendars and deadlines.
• Subpoena Management: Prepare and coordinate subpoenas for witnesses, records, and evidence. Track responses and maintain subpoena deadlines.
• Discovery Preparation: Support discovery by preparing draft discovery requests, assisting with document collection and review, and managing document production.
• Document Preparation: Draft, format, and organize documents for depositions, hearings, motions, and discovery. Ensure compliance with court rules and guidelines.
• Trial Support: Assist with trial preparation by maintaining trial notebooks, organizing exhibits, and coordinating logistics for trial attendance.
• Client Communication: Communicate with clients, witnesses, and third parties to gather information, schedule meetings, and provide case updates.
• Expense Handling and Billing: Submit and maintain invoices for case-related expenses and monitor billing hours.
• Legal Compliance and Confidentiality: Stay current with laws and regulations affecting litigation cases, handling sensitive information with discretion.
• Administrative Duties: Assist with general administrative tasks as needed, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree, Associate's degree, or Certificate in paralegal studies, legal studies, or a related field.
• Experience: Several years of experience in litigation, with familiarity from case initiation to post-trial procedures. Experience in product liability or civil litigation is a plus.
• Skills & Knowledge:
  • In-depth understanding of litigation procedures and court rules for Alabama state and federal courts.
  • Proficient in drafting and formatting legal documents such as motions, discovery requests, and trial materials.
  • Experience with document collection, review, and production.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for legal correspondence, client interaction, and attorney support.
  • Exceptional organizational skills to manage case files, deadlines, and calendars.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), Adobe Pro, ITimekeep, e-discovery tools, and document management software such as IManage.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, adapting to changing legal processes and technologies.
  • Strong time management and problem-solving skills to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines under pressure.

Why Lightfoot, Franklin & White? At Lightfoot, we are committed to creating a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive work environment. You'll have the opportunity to work on challenging, high-stakes cases while being part of a team that values your contribution. We offer a competitive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits:

• Group medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid membership at a health club
• Flexible spending and dependent care accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• Free parking
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• And many other benefits

Lightfoot, Franklin & White is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support equal employment opportunity for all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected characteristic.