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Defense Paralegal

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Robert Half

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United States , Philadelphia

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Job Description:

We are looking for a dedicated Defense Paralegal to join our team in Philadelphia, PA. This role involves supporting defense litigation matters at a prominent law firm in Center City. As this is a long-term contract position, it offers stability and the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic legal environment.

Job Responsibility:

  • Prepare and organize documentation for various defense litigation matters, including construction defect and insurance defense
  • Support handling high-volume matters and assist attorneys with drafting pleadings, motions, subpoenas, and correspondence
  • Perform general administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing time entries, and maintaining well-organized filing systems
  • Create and edit legal documents using tools like Adobe Acrobat and case management software
  • Handle billing functions and manage client communication efficiently
  • Maintain calendars and schedules, ensuring deadlines are met and workflow remains uninterrupted

Requirements:

  • 2+ years of defense litigation experience
  • Candidates with bachelor’s degree and paralegal certificate are highly preferred, but not required
  • Experience with Adarent CMS and/or Imanage preferred
What we offer:
  • medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan
  • free online training

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 01, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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