Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with pre-suit case evaluation, fact investigation, document collection, and legal research
• Draft demand letters, settlement communications, and other pre-litigation correspondence under attorney supervision
• Obtain, review, organize, and summarize records, contracts, invoices, financial documents, and evidence
• Communicate with clients regarding case status, document requests, and matter progression
• Monitor deadlines, maintain case files, and coordinate attorney calendars and strategy sessions
• Support settlement negotiations, mediation preparation, and dispute resolution efforts before litigation is initiated

Requirements

• Minimum of 3-5 years' experience as a pre-litigation paralegal or legal assistant
• Paralegal certification preferred
• Experience handling commercial, construction, real estate, or business disputes preferred
• Ability to draft demand letters, settlement agreements, case summaries, and attorney correspondence under attorney supervision
• Strong investigative, organizational, and document management skills
• Experience reviewing contracts, invoices, financial records, and supporting case documentation
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and case management software
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Professional demeanor and strong client service skills
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
• Ability to think critically, exercise sound judgment, and proactively move matters toward resolution before litigation becomes necessary