Job Title: Litigation Paralegal (Full-Time) 

Location: Wise Carter Child & Caraway, P.A. – Jackson, MS 
Job Type: Full-Time | On-site  

Position Summary: 

Wise Carter is seeking a dedicated and experienced full-time litigation Paralegal to support our client’s team of attorneys in insurance defense litigation matters. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in litigation, possess excellent organizational skills, and demonstrate a high level of professionalism. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic legal environment, contributing to complex legal cases while supporting a team of accomplished attorneys.

Key Responsibilities: 

 • Assist attorneys in all stages of insurance defense litigation, including discovery, case preparation, and trial support. 

• Draft and proofread legal documents such as pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and correspondence. 

• Manage case files, ensuring all documents are properly organized, filed, and up to date. 

• Conduct legal research and summarize case law, statutes, and other legal documents. 

• Assist in fact-finding and investigation for cases, including reviewing medical records, reports, and other relevant documents. 

• Coordinate with clients, witnesses, experts, and opposing counsel to facilitate case progress. 

• Prepare exhibits and assist in trial preparation, including organizing materials, depositions, and witness testimony. 

• Track important deadlines, maintain attorney calendars, and schedule appointments, hearings, and meetings. 

• Provide general administrative support to the legal team as needed. 

Qualifications: 

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a paralegal, preferably with a focus on insurance defense litigation. 

• Strong understanding of litigation procedures and familiarity with the Mississippi court system. 

• Proficiency in legal research and drafting of legal documents. 

• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines. 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, maintaining a proactive approach in a fast-paced environment. 

• Proficiency with legal software, document management systems, and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). 

Additional Information: 

Candidates will be eligible for consideration for one remote workday per week after successfully completing a 90-day trial period. Strong organizational and time-management skills