Litigation Paralegal

Litigation Paralegal Shaheen and Gordon, P.A. is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join our team in our Concord, NH office. The ideal candidate is a professional with a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in New Hampshire that has a desire to further their career in the legal field, and the ability to work independently and as a member of a team.

The ideal candidate is organized, communicative, and proficient in Microsoft Office. At Shaheen and Gordon, we live our brand: It’s different here. We’re not a typical law firm. We take our work very seriously but also take the time to enjoy it. We care about our clients. We invest in our communities. We know that our employees make all the difference, and we treat them accordingly.

We’re excited to welcome the right candidate to our team to fill this role.

Responsibilities

• Assist with civil, criminal and administrative agency matters, including document preparation, document filing, case file organization, and tracking deadlines.
• Draft correspondence, pleadings, discovery responses, and other legal documents under attorney supervision.
• Maintain and organize complex litigation case files (electronic and physical) and ensure accurate record-keeping.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and other parties.
• Schedule appointments, manage calendars, and coordinate meetings.
• Assist with research and preparation of materials for hearings, depositions, and trials.
• Preparing and filing pleadings electronically in state and federal courts, and administrative agencies
• Other general administrative duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the practice.
• Reviewing and editing billing invoices.

Requirements

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in written work.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• State, Federal, and Administrative Agencies Experience, including knowledge of the rules and procedures for each
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), Adobe, Scanning and maintaining electronic files, and Filevine experience is a plus.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and client needs in a fast-paced environment
• Professional demeanor and ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Shaheen and Gordon is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local laws in all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, training, evaluation, transfer, promotion, discipline, compensation, termination, and layoff. Shaheen & Gordon presents a pleasant, supportive, challenging, non-smoking work environment. Salary commensurate with experience, with excellent benefits including health insurance, flexible spending account, and 401(k) plan employer contribution. No phone calls or agencies please. EOE.