Litigation Paralegal

About Kanner & Pintaluga

Established in 2003, Kanner & Pintaluga is recognized as a NLJ500 and Mid-Market Pro 50 law firm dedicated to recovering over $1 billion on behalf of clients affected by property damage and personal injury nationwide. With close to 100 attorneys operating across more than 30 offices in the Central and Southeastern U.S., the firm prioritizes securing the highest possible compensation for its clients' damages.

Position Overview

The Litigation Paralegal will collaborate closely with attorneys to support ongoing cases, assist in trial preparations, and handle fact-gathering assignments. Maintaining comprehensive case files is also a key responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute paralegal and clerical tasks to support legal processes.
• Manage case documentation utilizing Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Adobe tools.
• Prepare court-related legal documents, including pleadings, motions, affidavits, and subpoenas.
• Maintain communication with clients regarding case updates and information.
• Carry out additional assignments as required.

Experience and Qualifications

• Full-time availability Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
• Minimum of one year of paralegal experience.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is required.
• Background in first-party property or general litigation is preferred.
• Familiarity with case management software.
• Experience with electronic filing in state and federal courts.
• Advanced skills with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Capability to handle a demanding workload efficiently in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills for interaction with clients and colleagues.
• Excellent organizational abilities with the capacity to multitask and prioritize effectively.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.

Firm Benefits

• Competitive salary offering.
• Paid time off including holidays, bereavement, and sick leave.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan featuring company match.
• Access to group medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Supplemental insurance benefits covered by employer.
• Opportunity to opt into additional voluntary benefits.
• Annual performance evaluations.

Equal Opportunity and Employment Terms

Kanner & Pintaluga is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining a discrimination-free workplace. The firm reserves the right to modify job responsibilities at its discretion, and employment is at-will.

E-Verify Compliance

The company participates in the E-Verify program to confirm work authorization by submitting Form I-9 information to the federal government. If authorization cannot be confirmed, employees are provided guidance to resolve the issue prior to any employment action, including termination. E-Verify is only used post job offer acceptance and completion of Form I-9.