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We are looking for an experienced Catastrophic PI Litigation Paralegal to join a boutique law firm in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This permanent hybrid role supports two partners handling a selective caseload of serious personal injury, civil rights, medical malpractice, institutional sexual abuse, and other complex civil disputes. The position is ideal for an experienced litigation specialist who can independently manage case support tasks, maintain well-organized files, and contribute throughout every stage of litigation in a high-stakes legal environment.
Job Responsibility:
Partner closely with attorneys on complex litigation matters involving catastrophic injury, civil rights claims, medical malpractice, institutional sexual abuse, and related civil cases
Coordinate case progression from initial intake through trial preparation by managing file setup, calendaring, documentation, and day-to-day litigation support
Prepare and process subpoenas while overseeing the collection of medical records, lien materials, and other documents tied to damages analysis
Assist with drafting, organizing, and tracking written discovery, including interrogatories, document requests, and responses
Manage large volumes of records and pleadings for multi-party or otherwise complex matters, ensuring materials are accessible and logically organized
Submit pleadings and other legal documents through Pennsylvania state and federal e-filing systems in accordance with court rules and deadlines
Maintain accurate electronic case files and monitor outstanding tasks so matters continue moving efficiently
Work directly with firm partners to take ownership of assignments, anticipate support needs, and help prepare cases for hearings, depositions, and trial
Requirements:
At least 5 years of paralegal experience supporting civil litigation matters within a law firm setting
Demonstrated background in plaintiff-side or defense-side litigation practice
Experience in one or more of the following areas is strongly valued: personal injury, catastrophic injury, medical malpractice, civil rights, sexual abuse, mass tort, insurance defense, or other complex litigation
Practical knowledge of litigation support functions such as subpoenas, discovery coordination, court filings, records review, and case organization
Familiarity with Pennsylvania court procedures is preferred
Experience filing in federal court, including use of CM/ECF or similar systems, is preferred
Strong written communication, attention to detail, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage sensitive information effectively
Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and support a lower-volume docket of high-exposure cases
Nice to have:
Familiarity with Pennsylvania court procedures
Experience filing in federal court, including use of CM/ECF or similar systems
What we offer:
Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan