Paralegal

Paralegal (Litigation, Corporate & Legal Research) – Remote | U.S. Hours

Position Type: Full-Time, Remote

Working Hours: U.S. Client Business Hours (flexibility for filings & deadlines)

About the Role

We’re hiring a Paralegal to provide hands-on legal support across litigation, corporate, and compliance matters.

This is not an admin role — this is a substantive legal support position.

You will be responsible for drafting documents, conducting legal research, and ensuring cases move forward accurately and on time.

If you’re detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and comfortable working across multiple legal areas — this role is built for you.

What You’ll OwnLegal Drafting (Core Responsibility)

Draft and prepare:

Contracts

Pleadings

Motions

Discovery requests/responses

Corporate governance documents

Ensure all work is accurate and aligned with attorney guidance

Legal Research & Analysis

Conduct research using:

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Analyze:

Case law

Statutes

Regulations

Deliver concise, actionable research memos

Case Preparation & Litigation Support

Prepare:

Deposition summaries

Exhibits

Trial binders

Track:

Litigation calendars

Filing deadlines

Discovery timelines

Ensure nothing slips through the cracks

Contract & Compliance Support

Review commercial agreements and summarize key terms

Flag legal risks for attorney review

Support:

Regulatory filings

Licensing

Compliance documentation (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, SOX)

Document & Case Management

Maintain organized legal files using:

Clio

Relativity

iManage

Ensure all records are:

Accurate

Secure

Audit-ready

E-Discovery & Document Review

Support document review and production

Organize and manage discovery materials

Ensure compliance with discovery obligations

Client & Attorney Support

Communicate with clients to collect documents and information

Provide case updates when required

Support attorneys with research, drafting, and case execution

What Makes You a Strong Fit

You are a strong legal writer with attention to detail

You manage multiple cases without missing deadlines

You are proactive and resourceful

You can work independently with minimal supervision

You are comfortable across litigation, corporate, and compliance work

Required Experience & Skills

Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate

3+ years professional paralegal experience

Strong experience with:

Westlaw / LexisNexis

Hands-on drafting experience (litigation + corporate documents)

Experience with:

Clio / Relativity / iManage

Strong understanding of litigation processes and deadlines

Nice to Have

Trial preparation experience

Corporate law exposure:

Entity formation

Board resolutions

Governance documentation

Experience with compliance frameworks:

GDPR

HIPAA

SOX

Advanced e-discovery/document review experience

What a Typical Day Looks Like

Draft legal documents and filings

Conduct legal research and prepare memos

Track deadlines and manage case timelines

Prepare materials for hearings or trial

Review contracts and flag risks

Organize and maintain case files

Communicate with clients and attorneys

In short:

You are the execution backbone that allows attorneys to move faster and more effectively.

Key Metrics (KPIs)

Zero missed deadlines (litigation/compliance)

Drafts requiring minimal revisions

Clean, organized, audit-ready case files

Research delivered on time and actionable

High reliability and attorney satisfaction

Why This Role Stands Out

High ownership of substantive legal work

Exposure to multiple legal areas (litigation + corporate + compliance)

Work directly with attorneys and case strategy

Clear expectations and performance metrics

Opportunity to grow into senior legal roles

Interview Process

Initial Phone Screen

Video Interview with Pavago Recruiter

Practical Task (drafting or legal research scenario)

Client Interview

Offer & Background Verification

If you:

Have strong legal drafting and research skills

Thrive in deadline-driven environments

Want to work on real legal matters (not admin work)

This role is a strong fit.