What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Paralegal - Richmond VA position at Klein Thomas Lee & Fresard?
Company Description
Klein Thomas Lee & Fresard is a national law firm that represent automakers, medical device manufacturers, and other companies. With physical offices in Arizona, California, Michigan, Missouri, and Virginia, our virtual office technology allows us to litigate in state and federal courts across the country. We are passionate about learning complex issues and transforming them into compelling stories. Our focus is on efficient case resolution, whether through settlement, trial, or appeal.
Role Description
This is a full-time role for a Litigation Paralegal at Klein Thomas Lee & Fresard in Richmond, Virginia. The Litigation Paralegal will be responsible for various tasks, including assisting in all phases of litigation, case management, discovery, trial preparation, and post-trial activities. Other duties will include preparing legal documents, e-filing case documents, maintaining and organizing case files, monitoring case deadlines, ensuring compliance with filing requirements and local rules, summarizing pleadings and other legal documents, and assisting with preparing motions and other court filings.
Benefits
We provide a competitive compensation package with full benefits and bonus eligibility. Diversity and inclusion are core values at KTLF, we offer a supportive and welcoming environment for all employees. Our paralegals are expected to bill 1,500 hours per year.
The firm is willing to discuss flexible work arrangements with candidates. Working at the office five days a week is not required. Many of our paralegals work from home at least one day a week.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree and / or paralegal certificate from an ABA-accredited program
- At least three years of paralegal experience handling litigation matters, preferably at a private law firm
- Strong knowledge of legal terminology, court rules, and litigation procedures
- Experience in legal document preparation
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Familiarity with e-discovery platforms (e.g., Relativity) is a plus
- Legal filing experience, including CM / ECF
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks assigned by multiple attorneys
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
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Employment Type
Full-time