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Senior Litigation Paralegal - trial experience

Date Posted: Jul 01, 2026
Yearly: USD 110000.00 - USD 137000.00
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    Location Washington, United States of America
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    Job Type: Permanent
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    Apply Before: Sep 29, 2026
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Job Description

Overview

The Senior Litigation Paralegal will work in a hybrid role at a leading global law firm in Washington, DC, focusing on managing large, complex litigation cases. The ideal candidate will have significant trial preparation experience and a strong background in supporting trials and mentoring junior paralegals.

Key responsibilities

  • Manage all aspects of litigation case management, including file management and discovery.
  • Utilize case calendaring systems for tracking filings and distributing information.
  • Coordinate and oversee tasks of junior paralegals on major litigation matters.
  • Liaise between attorneys and support staff to ensure quality paralegal services.
  • Interact with courts, agencies, and witnesses to gather information for trials.
  • Lead discovery and witness preparation efforts.
  • Draft, review, and analyze legal documents as needed.
  • Conduct legal research and provide guidance to junior paralegals.

Required skills

  • Five plus years of litigation paralegal experience in AmLaw 100 or specialized firms.
  • Recent trial experience and trial preparation.
  • Strong cite-checking skills and proficiency with Bluebook rules.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects with changing priorities.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience with court filings and e-filings.
  • Proficiency with e-discovery databases (e.g., Relativity, Nuix).
  • Familiarity with litigation support software (e.g., LiveNote, CaseMap).
  • Proficiency using LexisNexis, Westlaw, and Adobe Acrobat.
  • Bachelor's degree required; paralegal certificate preferred.

What the company offers

  • Salary range of $110k - $137k commensurate with experience.
  • Paid overtime and bonuses.
  • Generous employee benefits.
  • Opportunities for mentorship and growth.

Skills Required

Company Overview

Capitol Recruiters Inc.
Washington, United States of America
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Capitol Recruiters Inc. is a recruitment firm focused on providing staffing solutions within the legal sector. They specialize in connecting law firms with candidates possessing the necessary skills and experience for various legal roles, including l... Read More

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