Litigation Paralegal (Southborough or Worcester)

Bowditch is seeking an experienced paralegal for our Litigation Practice Area. The paralegal assists and supports the attorneys in the practice in all phases of litigation from inception through discovery and trial. This position may reside in either our Southborough or Worcester office. The role offers a hybrid schedule of 4 in office days and 1 remote day per week and is a full-time, 40 hour per week position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Drafting of pleadings, motions, subpoenas, and correspondence
• Working directly with clients to compile documents and discovery responses
• Managing all aspects of the discovery process
• Assisting in all aspects of trial preparation, including preparing trial binders
• Conducting research on factual topics related to cases
• Working directly with attorneys in docketing court dates and deadlines
• Attending trials and acting as an assistant to the attorney during the court proceedings (when required)
• Maintaining litigation files, reviewing and preparing material for storage or disposal once a case has closed
• Communicating with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties
• Other related duties as required

Qualifications and Requirements

• Minimum of five (5) years of paralegal experience in a litigation or similar practice area
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and strong proofreading skills
• Time management and multitasking abilities
• Strong communication skills including strong research and writing skills
• Ability to use Microsoft Office and/or learn new computer programs
• A professional attitude and approach to client service are essential
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to perform duties with minimal supervision and also work as part of a larger team

Education

High School diploma or equivalent required; Associate Degree or higher preferred; Paralegal Certification preferred

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the firm
• A supportive and collaborative work environment with a team of dedicated professionals
• The anticipated pay range for this role is listed below and represents a reasonable estimate of the starting salary range. The actual offered rate for this position will be determined based on job-related factors including experience, geographic location, external market data and our internal market.

Hourly rate of $40.00 – $50.00.

Dedicated to Diversity: Bowditch & Dewey focuses on inclusive hiring of those candidates having excellent skills with a broad range of experiences, knowledge, and perspectives. Diversity within the Firm promotes an open and mutually respectful workplace and the delivery of superior service to its clients.

If you are interested in becoming part of an organization which provides exceptional service, cost effective representation and successful results, please send cover letter and resume to:

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