Posted August 14, 2026
Commercial Litigation Paralegal
Robert Half
Philadelphia, PA, US
Full Time
Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for a skilled Commercial Litigation Paralegal to join a dynamic legal team in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This position supports attorneys handling complex commercial disputes and requires someone who is highly organized, responsive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a demanding environment. The role offers a hybrid schedule with three days in the office and two days remote, along with occasional flexibility for extended hours when case activity requires it.
Responsibilities:
• Support attorneys throughout the litigation lifecycle, from initial case development through trial preparation and closing activities.
• Draft, assemble, and submit pleadings, motions, discovery materials, and related court filings in state and federal jurisdictions, including electronic filing procedures.
• Prepare subpoena packages, coordinate service, and track compliance for matters involving both state and federal courts.
• Maintain consistent communication with clients, expert witnesses, fact witnesses, and other case participants to keep matters progressing efficiently.
• Coordinate discovery efforts by organizing document requests and responses, managing deposition logistics, locating witnesses, and helping prepare privilege logs, memoranda, and other case materials.
• Conduct factual investigation and targeted legal research using online research platforms and litigation support databases.
• Organize and maintain case records, monitor deadlines and court calendars, document case activity, and update information in case management systems.
• Use legal technology and database tools to store, retrieve, and manage information relevant to active commercial litigation matters.• At least 3 years of paralegal experience within a law firm or other legal setting, preferably supporting litigation matters.
• Hands-on experience with electronic court filing and subpoena preparation in both state and federal courts.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with sound judgment and professionalism.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills for working effectively with attorneys, clients, and external contacts.
• Excellent attention to detail, time management, and organizational abilities, with the capacity to work independently when needed.
• Proven ability to balance competing deadlines in a fast-paced, high-volume litigation environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other legal technology tools used for document management and research.
• A bachelor’s degree and a paralegal certificate are required.
Responsibilities:
• Support attorneys throughout the litigation lifecycle, from initial case development through trial preparation and closing activities.
• Draft, assemble, and submit pleadings, motions, discovery materials, and related court filings in state and federal jurisdictions, including electronic filing procedures.
• Prepare subpoena packages, coordinate service, and track compliance for matters involving both state and federal courts.
• Maintain consistent communication with clients, expert witnesses, fact witnesses, and other case participants to keep matters progressing efficiently.
• Coordinate discovery efforts by organizing document requests and responses, managing deposition logistics, locating witnesses, and helping prepare privilege logs, memoranda, and other case materials.
• Conduct factual investigation and targeted legal research using online research platforms and litigation support databases.
• Organize and maintain case records, monitor deadlines and court calendars, document case activity, and update information in case management systems.
• Use legal technology and database tools to store, retrieve, and manage information relevant to active commercial litigation matters.• At least 3 years of paralegal experience within a law firm or other legal setting, preferably supporting litigation matters.
• Hands-on experience with electronic court filing and subpoena preparation in both state and federal courts.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with sound judgment and professionalism.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills for working effectively with attorneys, clients, and external contacts.
• Excellent attention to detail, time management, and organizational abilities, with the capacity to work independently when needed.
• Proven ability to balance competing deadlines in a fast-paced, high-volume litigation environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other legal technology tools used for document management and research.
• A bachelor’s degree and a paralegal certificate are required.
