Litigation Paralegal

About the job

Job Title: Litigation Paralegal

Location: Washington, DC or Remote

Practice Area: Litigation

Experience Level: Minimum 2–4 years preferred

About Us:

Lex Politica is a boutique law firm that represents political candidates, elected officials, political parties, political action committees, Super PACs, high-net worth donors, activists, political consulting firms, lobbyists, trade associations, tax-exempt organizations, and for-profit companies ranging from innovative startups to the Fortune 500.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Litigation Paralegal to support our legal team. The ideal candidate must possess strong organizational and research skills and thrive in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment. Candidates must be comfortable working on matters involving Republican and center-right candidates, committees, and causes. This role offers direct exposure to high-profile political and public interest litigation, with the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to conservative legal advocacy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist attorneys in all phases of litigation, including pre-suit investigation, discovery, motions practice, and trial preparation.
• Template, proofread, and file legal documents including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, discovery requests, and correspondence.
• Manage and organize case files, document productions, and electronic discovery (e-discovery) platforms.
• Conduct factual and legal research in support of cases involving election law, First Amendment rights, and campaign finance.
• Coordinate with clients, courts, and regulatory agencies to ensure timely submission of filings and deadlines.
• Prepare trial binders, exhibit lists, deposition summaries, and witness materials.
• Monitor dockets and maintain litigation calendars to ensure critical deadlines are met.
• Support attorneys in regulatory proceedings before state and federal election authorities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program preferred.
• 2–4 years of litigation paralegal experience, preferably in a law firm setting.
• Strong research, writing, and proofreading skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Proficiency with legal research platforms (Westlaw) and case management software.
• Experience with e-discovery tools and document review platforms is a plus.
• Demonstrated alignment with the firm’s mission and a commitment to conservative principles.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with federal or state court filing procedures is strongly preferred.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)