Public Justice · 5 hours ago
Litigation Paralegal
DC-Baltimore Area
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$70K/yr - $90K/yr
3+ years expPublic Justice is a public interest legal advocacy organization dedicated to pursuing high impact lawsuits to combat social and economic injustice. They are seeking a Litigation Paralegal to provide legal and administrative support to their team of lawyers and advocates across various project areas, including the Access to Justice Project and Environmental Enforcement Project.
ConsultingLegalProfessional ServicesService IndustrySocial
Responsibilities
Draft certain motions and pleadings, including pro hac vice motions, under attorneys’ supervision
Cite-check and Bluebook briefs and motions to ensure consistency with sources cited and proper citation style
Coordinate service of process and courtesy copies
Prepare properly formatted templates of briefs, motions, and other filings compliant with applicable jurisdictional rules
Research court rules and procedures to ensure court filings comply with applicable federal or state court rules
Obtain filings from PACER and state court docket systems
Proofread briefs, motions, and other filings prior to filing
Assemble and review appendices and exhibits
Coordinate printing and delivery of briefs, compliant with applicable jurisdictional rules
Communicate with clerk’s offices at state, federal, and appellate courts
Electronically file briefs and other materials
Coordinate deposition/hearing logistics
Prepare witness files and exhibits to be used at depositions and hearings
Attend depositions with attorney to take notes, handle exhibits during the deposition, and digest transcripts to summarize highlights of a proceeding
Organize and track argument preparation materials
Assist in the courtroom
Organize and track exhibits, files and all other supporting documents
Assist attorneys in the courtroom by taking notes and operating courtroom presentation software
Assist with discovery productions
Assist in the preparation of witness testimony
Provide general administrative and clerical support as needed, including maintaining databases and accounts under the Paralegal’s supervision, manage case calendaring, and scheduling meetings
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum of 3 years' experience
Excellent cite-checking, proofreading, and Bluebooking skills
Knowledge of how to research state and federal court rules and procedures
Strong legal word processing skills, proficiency with Westlaw and PACER, and ability to learn litigation software and knowledge management platforms (including iManage)
Ability to juggle multiple tasks at a time and work in a fast-paced environment
Excellent attention to detail and commitment to follow-through
Good judgment and ability to maintain confidential information
Ability to work well with others and diverse groups
Self-motivation and proven ability to work independently
Positive attitude and can-do personality
Strong organizational skills
Willingness to travel on occasion
Available to work overtime, as required
Preferred
Paralegal certification a plus
Benefits
Flexible time off
Two weeks of sick leave
All federal and some local holidays
End of the year office closure
Employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance premiums for employees and eligible dependents
401(k) plan
Company
Public Justice
Public Justice is a legal firm for social, and economic injustice.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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2025-03-27
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