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Paralegal Litigation & Insurance Defense
Full-Time | In-Office | Yardley, PA
About the RoleA leading boutique litigation firm with a strong national presence is seeking a motivated, detail-driven Paralegal to join its growing office in Yardley, PA.
The firm specializes in insurance coverage, defense litigation, and complex multi-jurisdictional matters, supporting clients across all 50 states and internationally.
This position blends substantive legal work with high-level administrative support, making it ideal for someone who wants to contribute meaningfully to case strategy while also ensuring smooth day-to-day legal operations. The role is designed for a professional capable of delivering 500 800 billable hours annually, while supporting attorneys on fast-moving litigation and client service needs.
The firm values long-term commitment, strong work ethic, and collaborative mindset, seeking someone who can grow with the team and become an integral part of a high-performing legal practice.
Key Responsibilities Billable / Substantive Legal Work-
Draft pleadings, discovery requests and responses, legal correspondence, and reports
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Conduct legal research and prepare concise summaries and findings
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Assist attorneys with case strategy, analysis, and litigation preparation
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Prepare exhibits, timelines, document summaries, and case chronologies
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Support trial-ready materials, including binders, witness lists, and filings
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E-file pleadings in state and federal courts
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Review, organize, and manage case documents for active litigation matters
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Maintain attorney calendars, deadlines, and litigation dockets
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Communicate professionally with courts, opposing counsel, and vendors
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Set up and manage electronic case files following firm and client protocols
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Reconcile attorney expenses and coordinate with accounting for accurate billing
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Assist with client reporting and compliance requirements
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Coordinate occasional travel and logistics for attorneys
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Support general office operations as needed during case activity
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Bachelor's or Associate degree required; Paralegal Certificate strongly preferred
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Minimum 3 years of experience in a litigation-focused law firm environment
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Experience in insurance coverage or defense litigation highly preferred
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Strong knowledge of court procedures, e-filing, and litigation workflows
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Ability to perform substantive legal work independently with minimal supervision
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Excellent writing, proofreading, and research abilities
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High attention to detail, strong organization, and ability to manage multiple deadlines
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Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
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Ability to work fully on-site in Yardley, PA
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Mix of billable substantive work and high-level administrative legal support
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Higher responsibility level than traditional legal assistant roles
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Direct exposure to complex, high-stakes litigation and multi-jurisdictional matters
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Opportunity to grow within a respected boutique firm known for deep industry expertise
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Long-term career growth for someone committed to litigation and defense work
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Salary range: $50,000 $85,000 annually (based on experience)
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401(k) with safe harbor / matching
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Health, Dental, Vision & Life insurance
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HSA & FSA options
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Paid parental leave
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Generous PTO + paid holidays
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Professional development assistance
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Free parking
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Referral & retirement programs

