Senior Litigation Paralegal

The role

The Senior Litigation Paralegal supports trial attorneys in handling personal injury cases. This role involves managing discovery processes, trial preparation, and client communication.

What you will do

• Handle an active litigation docket of approximately 25 cases.
• Manage end-to-end discovery processes including gathering records, drafting requests, and organizing responses.
• Assist in depositions, trial preparation, and courtroom support.
• Serve as a compassionate point of contact for clients.
• Maintain strict oversight of all case deadlines.
• Work closely with two litigation attorneys.
• Use the firm's case management systems.

Required qualifications

• Experience supporting a reputable plaintiff-side litigation or trial firm with substantive litigation responsibilities beyond intake or high-volume settlements.
• Paralegal degree.
• Strong computer skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Able to step into an active litigation practice with minimal supervision and little to no onboarding on core litigation responsibilities.
• Compassionate, patient communicator who can professionally support clients while maintaining composure under pressure.

Nice to have

• 5–10 years of personal injury litigation experience preferred
• 3–5 years gained at a reputable litigation or trial firm
• Experience with catastrophic injury cases is highly preferred
• ABA-approved paralegal degree preferred
• Bachelor’s degree is advantageous
• Experience with case management software like Needles or Neos preferred
• Spanish fluency is a strong advantage
• Clinical background or strong familiarity with medical records and terminology is highly preferred

Benefits

• Flexible PTO: Initial two weeks of paid time off, increasing with tenure.
• Retirement Plan: Existing 401(k) plan.
• Holiday Leave: Approximately 10 paid holidays per year.

About the company

Spiva Law Group PC is a personal injury law firm in Savannah, Georgia, founded in 1984. The firm focuses on providing service for clients who have suffered catastrophic injuries.