DarrowEverett LLP is looking for a temporary Litigation Paralegal with immediate availability for our Fall River office. The candidate must have excellent communication and administrative skills, be highly organized and detail-oriented, be able to multitask without sacrificing efficiency, be responsible, and be able to represent the firm, always, in ways that enhance its reputation.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
• Drafts legal documents including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures.
• Researches and analyzes statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to attorneys.
• Interviews clients and witnesses and prepares summaries of their statements.
• Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items.
• Assists attorneys with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings.
• Develops and maintains records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Must have experience in Massachusetts courts with a working knowledge of Massachusetts civil procedure and courts filing systems
• Must have experience in with pretrial deliverables
• Associate degree, paralegal certificate, or equivalent experience (bachelor’s degree a plus)
• Minimum 2-5 years of experience in litigation
• Proficiency in legal software and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and ability to multitask effectively
• Experience with case management software (e.g., Clio) is a plus

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.