Litigation Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

Secrest Wardle’s Troy office is searching for a full-time defense litigation paralegal with 5+ years experience including trial experience. Pay will be commensurate with experience. Great Benefits!

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-claim investigation, legal research and initial case assessments.
• Draft pleadings, motions and appellate documents and file them with the court
• Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs and appendices.
• Aid attorneys with interrogatories and other discovery requests.
• Trial preparation i.e. voir dire, jury selection and witnesses’ preparation.
• Provide assistance with case settlements.

Requirements and skills

• Proven working experience as a Litigation Paralegal
• Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules and procedures, practices etc
• Highly organized with ability to juggle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong writing and communication skills along with attention to detail
• Strong computer and database expertise
• Paralegal degree/certification required

For over 100 years, Troy-based Secrest Wardle has grown to be one of the largest and most successful Professional Service firms in their respective field throughout the state of Michigan. Careers with Secrest Wardle provide opportunities for promotion and other incentives to help you reach your goals.

Company Description

For over 100 years, Troy-based Secrest Wardle has grown to be one of the largest and most successful Professional Service firms in their respective field throughout the state of Michigan. Careers with Secrest Wardle provide opportunities for promotion and other incentives to help you reach your goals.