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Senior Litigation Paralegal (1099 Contractor)

Compensation Rate: (Litigation Paralegal – DE $35.00- $45.00 per hour)

Part-time (10+ hours a week)

Agile Legal is a fast-growing company that provides legal support and services to businesses, funds, and law firms. Our goal is to provide clients with successfully completed projects on time, mitigating risk and giving them peace of mind. Our team includes licensed attorneys, senior paralegals, and dedicated legal professionals who work together to give clients the services and business outcomes they need to free up the time, capacity, and attention needed to lead and direct legal projects and meet objectives.

We are seeking a skilled and experienced litigation paralegal to join our team as an independent contractor. This remote position requires exceptional time management, responsiveness, and the ability to manage deadlines effectively. The ideal candidate will report directly to our Litigation Director and work closely with our Litigation Project Coordinator, Legal Project Administrators, and other members of management to ensure seamless coordination of tasks and projects. Collaboration with other paralegals is essential for success in this role. Remote work requirements include personally owned devices for virtual work, secure internet access (Ethernet or Wi-Fi), and physical security.

Here's what an ordinary day of work might look like…

• Performing paralegal tasks in different states and federal jurisdictions.
• Conducting legal research and analysis to support litigation proceedings or adjust to unfamiliar courts and jurisdictions.
• Drafting, preparing, and e-filing legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and subpoenas.
• Organizing and maintaining case files and documents, ensuring all materials are up-to-date and easily accessible.
• Assisting with case management tasks such as scheduling, calendaring deadlines, and coordinating with external parties.
• Providing administrative support to attorneys, including proofreading documents, organizing meetings, and managing correspondence.
• Professionally and effectively communicating with management, clients, and other team members promptly.
• Preparing Table of Contents/Table of Authorities for court briefs (TOC/TOA).
• Preparing various types of attorney work products, including deposition summaries.
• Adhering to privilege, confidentiality, and ethical standards in all aspects of work.

What you will need to be successful

• Minimum ten (10) years experience as a litigation paralegal.
• Proficiency in legal software platforms, research tools, and databases, such as Casetext, LexisNexis, or Westlaw.
• Experience in a remote or on-demand capacity is strongly preferred.

This job is for you if

• You have a good understanding of e-filing with Pacer/ECF and various state courts.
• You have excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to proactively interact professionally with clients and colleagues.
• You are proficient in completing virtual tasks, including word processing, spreadsheets, and cloud storage systems like OneDrive or Dropbox.
• You are self-motivated and self-disciplined to schedule time to complete tasks within the deadlines.
• You have personal integrity and take ownership of your work.
• You possess strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• You are proficient in time management and can meet deadlines under pressure.
• You maintain flexibility and adaptability to work in a fast-paced, remote environment.
• You can work independently while also collaborating effectively with team members.
• You welcome constructive feedback and correction.

What are you waiting for? Apply now!