Paralegal

A small, established boutique general practice law firm in Howard County is seeking an experienced Paralegal with 5+ years of experience to join its team. The firm offers flexibility for the right candidate to work fully in-office or on a hybrid schedule.

This position is best suited for a seasoned, self-directed paralegal who can quickly step into an active caseload and contribute with minimal ramp-up time. The ideal candidate is a proactive self-starter who anticipates needs, stays ahead of deadlines, and is comfortable taking ownership of assignments without significant day-to-day direction.

Duties

• Provide comprehensive paralegal and case management support across a variety of general practice matters
  


• Draft, prepare, proofread and format pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, agreements, correspondence and other legal documents with accuracy and attention to detail
  


• File pleadings and other court documents through Maryland Electronic Courts (MDEC)
  


• Manage active case files, document review and electronic and physical records while maintaining confidentiality
  


• Manage court dates, filing deadlines, hearings, depositions, appointments and other critical deadlines
  


• Assist with discovery, including document collection, organization, review, records requests and production
  


• Conduct legal and factual research using legal research platforms
  


• Prepare and organize exhibits, case materials and supporting documentation
  


• Assist with transactional and non-litigation matters, including document preparation and client follow-up
  


• Communicate directly and professionally with clients, including gathering information and documentation necessary to move matters forward
  


• Communicate with opposing counsel, courts, government agencies and other third parties
  


• Assist attorneys with hearings, mediations, depositions, closings and trial preparation
  


• Proactively monitor matters, anticipate next steps and follow up on outstanding items and deadlines
  


• Provide additional legal and administrative support as needed in a small-firm environment
  

Requirements

• 5+ years of substantive paralegal experience required
  


• Proficiency with MDEC and Maryland e-filing procedures required
  


• Strong working knowledge of Maryland courts, procedures and filing requirements
  


• Experience supporting multiple practice areas within a general practice, boutique or small-firm environment preferred
  


• Demonstrated ability to independently manage assignments, priorities and deadlines
  


• Proactive self-starter who takes initiative, anticipates needs and requires minimal supervision
  


• Ability to quickly become productive within an established practice and confidently manage day-to-day responsibilities
  


• Strong legal writing, proofreading and document preparation skills
  


• Experience conducting legal research using Westlaw, LexisNexis or comparable platforms
  


• Strong proficiency with Microsoft 365, particularly Word, Outlook and Excel
  


• Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat, PDF preparation and electronic document management
  


• Experience with legal practice, case management and/or document management systems
  


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  


• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
  


• Ability to effectively manage multiple active matters and competing deadlines
  


• Professional, dependable and comfortable communicating directly with clients
  


• Demonstrated discretion when handling confidential and sensitive information
  

Benefits