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Orion Placement · 2 days ago

Litigation Paralegal

Washington, DC

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$75K/yr - $90K/yr

5+ years exp

Orion Placement is a respected boutique law firm operating at the intersection of business, technology, and highly regulated industries. They are seeking a Litigation Paralegal to manage litigation matters from intake through trial preparation, ensuring effective case management and support for attorneys.

Staffing & Recruiting

Responsibilities

Manage litigation matters from intake through discovery, motions, and trial or arbitration preparation

Draft, proof, and finalize pleadings, discovery responses, and pre-trial materials

Coordinate document organization, e-discovery workflows, and case file management across systems

Support depositions, hearings, and trial prep by organizing exhibits, tracking deadlines, and coordinating logistics

Conduct legal and factual research to support attorneys and case strategy

Communicate with clients, courts, and opposing counsel under attorney supervision

Mentor and oversee a junior paralegal by delegating tasks and quality-checking deliverables

Qualification

Litigation paralegal experienceLitigation proceduresProficiency with WestlawParalegal certificateHighly organizedWriting skillsDetail-orientedCalm under pressure

Required

5+ years of litigation paralegal experience and hands-on involvement supporting complex litigation through discovery and trial or arbitration preparation

Bachelor's degree required

Strong knowledge of state and federal litigation procedures and court rules

Proficiency with Westlaw, PACER, and e-discovery or case management tools

Highly organized, detail-oriented, and calm under pressure with strong writing skills