Buchanan Legal Professional Services ยท 16 hours ago
Paralegal Specialist (Litigation)
Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$130K/yr - $155K/yr
10+ years expBuchanan Legal Professional Services is a premier international AmLaw firm seeking an accomplished Specialist Litigation Paralegal to join its Washington, D.C. office. This role is designed for a seasoned litigation professional who will provide high-quality litigation support and play a critical role across the full litigation lifecycle, working closely with attorneys and case teams.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Connor Davis
Responsibilities
Deliver high-quality litigation support in a cost-effective manner consistent with professional billing standards and a target of 1,725 billable hours annually
Apply advanced knowledge of litigation procedures to coordinate, organize, prepare, and analyze complex legal documents under attorney supervision
Organize, review, and maintain extensive case files and document databases; prepare and compile materials for filing with courts and agencies
Manage and coordinate document productions and conduct targeted searches within e-discovery platforms (including Relativity)
Support deposition preparation, including document organization and logistical coordination
Perform factual and legal research using internal systems and external research platforms
Format, cite-check, proofread, and edit legal briefs and motions in accordance with Bluebook and/or California Style Manual standards
Assist with electronic and physical filing of briefs, motions, and related pleadings
Coordinate comprehensive trial and arbitration preparation; attend proceedings and provide on-site or remote courtroom support
Manage trial logistics, including travel arrangements and local or virtual setup
Support multiple active matters simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and efficiency
Collaborate closely with internal departments and external vendors to streamline workflows and improve processes
Work overtime and travel as required; assist with additional projects as assigned
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 10 years of litigation paralegal experience
Demonstrated arbitration and trial experience
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and document comparison tools
Advanced proficiency in web-based conferencing and collaboration platforms
Extensive experience with legal research tools such as LexisNexis and Westlaw
Strong command of PACER, CM/ECF, and other electronic court and agency filing systems
Advanced understanding of litigation terminology, procedures, and jurisdictional requirements
Experience with timekeeping, expense reporting, and legal billing processes
Preferred
Bachelor's degree
Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-accredited program
Company
Buchanan Legal Professional Services
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11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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