Litigation Paralegal

Overview

Litigation Paralegal (Onsite) – Leesburg, VA – $70-75k.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support a busy litigation practice focused on probate, fiduciary, estate, trust, guardianship, and conservatorship disputes. This role works closely with attorneys and leadership to manage cases from filing through resolution. This is an onsite position in Leesburg, Virginia for someone looking to grow their litigation career in a supportive, team-oriented, and family-friendly environment with strong work-life balance.

• Litigation Support – Draft, file, and serve pleadings and motions in circuit courts
• Prepare complaints, petitions, discovery, subpoenas, deposition notices, and proposed orders
• Manage case calendars, deadlines, hearings, mediations, and trial dates
• Organize electronic and paper case files, document productions, and exhibits
• Assist with trial preparation, including witness coordination and trial binders
• Communicate with court clerks, opposing counsel, process servers, and clients

• Prepare and file petitions involving will and trust contests, fiduciary removal, accountings, and distributions
• Assist with inventories, accountings, and fiduciary filings
• Review documents related to fiduciary breaches, undue influence, lack of capacity, and elder financial exploitation
• Analyze financial records, bank statements, and property documents
• Track subpoenas for medical, financial, and digital records

• Assist with initiating or challenging guardianship and conservatorship matters
• Draft required petitions, notices, certifications, and proposed orders
• Coordinate medical evaluations and prepare hearing materials

• Act as a liaison between attorneys, clients, courts, and third-party professionals
• Maintain detailed case notes and provide status updates
• Schedule depositions, mediations, IMEs, and expert consultations

• 3-5 years of litigation paralegal experience (civil litigation required)
• Experience in probate or fiduciary litigation strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of court rules, filing procedures, and deadlines
• Familiarity with the Virginia Code related to litigation and fiduciary matters
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and legal case management systems
• Excellent organization, attention to detail, and time management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple cases and sensitive matters with discretion
• Associate’s degree or higher; ABA-approved paralegal certificate preferred

• Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
• Bonus structure
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 401(k) participation
• Supportive, family-friendly culture
• Meaningful work supporting families during complex legal matters

Onsite role – Leesburg, Virginia

Crawford Thomas Recruiting