Sr Paralegal Jobs in Fairfax, VA

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Sr. Paralegal

Mclean, VA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Paralegal to support high-stakes litigation matters in a collaborative, trial-focused law firm environment in Northern Virginia. This role is ideal for someone who thrives under shifting deadlines, takes initiative in managing case support, and is comfortable increasing in-office presence as trial activity intensifies. The position offers meaningful involvement in federal court matters, close coordination with legal teams, and the opportunity to contribute across complex commercial and patent litigation matters. Responsibilities:• Coordinate day-to-day litigation support across active matters, managing priorities independently while partnering closely with attorneys and fellow paralegals.• Prepare for trial by organizing exhibits, witness materials, hearing and trial binders, and war room logistics to keep proceedings running smoothly.• Assist with court filings and case documents in federal matters, ensuring submissions are accurate, timely, and properly formatted.• Support attorneys with drafting, cite-checking, and proofreading legal materials, including verification of citations using Bluebook standards.• Track deadlines, maintain case calendars, and respond quickly to changing case demands, including occasional next-day in-office support when needed.• Work within a team-based staffing model where responsibilities shift by matter, contributing wherever needed and helping coordinate case workflows.• Collaborate through virtual and in-person communication channels to keep case teams aligned on status, deliverables, and upcoming milestones.• Provide litigation support for patent-related disputes and other complex commercial cases, adapting to the needs of each matter as it progresses.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Sr. Paralegal

Washington, DC
remote
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Paralegal to support complex appellate matters with a law firm based in the Washington, D.C./Northern Virginia area. This role partners closely with attorneys on federal appeals by coordinating case materials, producing high-quality legal documents, and helping keep filings accurate and on schedule. The ideal candidate brings strong research and writing skills, sound knowledge of federal appellate procedure, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with precision. Responsibilities:• Organize and oversee appellate matter files so records, filings, and supporting materials remain complete, current, and easy to retrieve.• Draft, revise, and proofread briefs, motions, pleadings, and related submissions for federal appellate courts with careful attention to format and citation accuracy.• Support attorneys in shaping appellate strategy by gathering authorities, analyzing legal issues, and summarizing relevant findings.• Coordinate the preparation and submission of court filings, including matters before federal appellate courts and the United States Supreme Court, while monitoring critical deadlines.• Track court-specific procedural rules, electronic filing requirements, and scheduling updates to help ensure full compliance on every matter.• Maintain case information within electronic docketing and document management systems to promote efficient workflow and reliable reporting.• Perform detailed legal research across case law, statutes, regulations, and other authorities to support briefs, memoranda, and attorney analysis.• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel regarding case logistics, status updates, and procedural questions.• Assist with preparation for oral arguments and court appearances by compiling materials, organizing exhibits, and helping attorneys and clients prepare effectively.• Provide day-to-day guidance to entry-level paralegals and contribute to a collaborative team environment focused on high-quality legal support.
2026-10-30T00:00:00Z

Sr. Paralegal

Washington, DC
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Paralegal to support high-stakes litigation matters in Washington, District of Columbia. This role is ideal for someone with strong attention to detail who can manage complex case activity from the earliest stages of a dispute through trial and appeal. The position offers a hybrid schedule and requires someone who can work independently while collaborating closely with attorneys on fast-moving intellectual property and commercial litigation matters. Responsibilities: • Manage litigation matters across the full case lifecycle, including pre-suit preparation, active discovery, trial support, and appellate coordination. • Prepare, review, and organize pleadings, exhibits, written discovery, and production materials for filings, hearings, and courtroom proceedings. • Track court deadlines, maintain docket calendars, and proactively alert attorneys to upcoming requirements in state and federal matters. • Conduct legal and factual research, including case law review and citation validation using Bluebook standards and Shepardizing tools. • Coordinate document collection, database organization, and review workflows using e-discovery platforms and case management systems. • Maintain well-structured case files and litigation records to ensure materials are current, accessible, and ready for attorney use. • Proofread and quality-check legal documents for accuracy, formatting, and compliance with court rules and filing procedures. • Record time entries accurately and support billing-related documentation in accordance with client and firm expectations. • Provide additional in-office support, overtime coverage, and occasional travel assistance when case demands require increased availability.
2026-10-28T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

Bethesda, MD
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Paralegal to support a busy legal practice in Bethesda, Maryland. This role is well suited to someone with prior law firm experience who can manage litigation-related tasks efficiently, stay organized in a fast-paced setting, and work closely with attorneys and property management clients. The ideal candidate brings hands-on knowledge of Maryland court processes and is comfortable handling a high volume of filings and case activity. Responsibilities: • Draft and submit landlord-tenant pleadings and related court documents for matters involving nonpayment, lease violations, and holdover cases. • Coordinate the preparation and delivery of required legal notices in line with attorney guidance, lease terms, and applicable procedural rules. • Manage eviction-related workflows by preparing restitution documents, monitoring progress, and communicating with courts, sheriffs, process servers, and client representatives. • Maintain accurate case logs, deadline trackers, and status reports to ensure matters move forward without delay. • Assemble hearing packets, exhibits, dockets, and other materials needed by attorneys for court appearances. • Enter and monitor court dates, filing deadlines, eviction schedules, and other key events to support timely case management. • Partner with attorneys on case readiness by gathering documents, confirming witness needs, and updating clients on upcoming hearings and next steps. • Support high-volume litigation activity by organizing files, tracking outstanding items, and helping keep matters current across multiple cases.
2026-11-06T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

Mclean, VA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
39.5865 - 45.837 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Paralegal to support civil litigation matters for a Contract position based in McLean, Virginia. This role involves coordinating discovery activities, organizing case materials, and assisting attorneys through all phases of litigation, including trial preparation. The ideal candidate is comfortable managing deadlines, maintaining accurate records in case management software, and contributing to a fast-paced legal environment. Apply today! By sending an updated resume to Fana Belcher at [fana.belcher][at]roberthalf[dot][com]. Responsibilities:• Manage discovery workflows by gathering, reviewing, and organizing documents relevant to active litigation matters.• Support attorneys in civil litigation proceedings by preparing filings, tracking deadlines, and maintaining complete case records.• Assist with trial preparation by assembling exhibits, coordinating witness materials, and organizing hearing or courtroom documentation.• Maintain and update information in case management software to ensure files, calendars, and matter details remain accurate and current.• Conduct legal and factual research to help develop case strategies and support ongoing litigation activities.• Monitor case progress and communicate status updates, outstanding items, and upcoming deadlines to the legal team.
2026-11-05T00:00:00Z

Sr Application Engineer

Bethesda, MD
onsite
Temporary / Contract
80 - 124 USD / Hourly
Sr. Application Engineer / Solutions ArchitectLocation: Bethesda, MD (Hybrid)Reports To: Director, Technology Architecture & PlatformsRole Type: Senior Individual Contributor / Technical LeadOverviewSeeking a Sr. Application Engineer to lead the design, development, and support of enterprise applications built with Microsoft Azure and no-code/low-code platforms. This hands-on role combines software engineering, application architecture, code reviews, technical leadership, and mentorship.The position is part of Application Engineering within the Digital Engineering Group and supports custom Azure development (C#/.NET, Python, React), Power Apps, Power Automate, and integrations with Appian-based solutions. The role partners closely with Architecture, Product Management, Cybersecurity, Cloud, Data, Support, Integration, and Quality Engineering teams. No direct reports.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead the design, development, deployment, and support of Azure and low-code applications.</li><li>Develop solutions using C#/.NET, Python, React, Azure services, Power Apps, and Power Automate.</li><li>Build APIs, business logic, data-access components, reusable libraries, templates, and prototypes.</li><li>Modernize legacy applications, spreadsheets, and manual processes.</li><li>Establish engineering standards through code reviews, reusable components, best practices, and mentoring.</li><li>Evaluate when to use low-code solutions versus custom development based on complexity, security, maintainability, and cost.</li><li>Manage application lifecycle processes, versioning, deployments, and environment promotion.</li><li>Collaborate with Integration Engineering on APIs, event-driven services, interfaces, and error handling.</li><li>Partner with Quality Engineering on automated testing, regression coverage, release readiness, and testability.</li><li>Integrate enterprise identity, data, AI, document, and notification services.</li><li>Implement secure development practices including authentication, authorization, managed identities, secrets management, and least-privilege access.</li><li>Utilize source control, CI/CD, automated testing, monitoring, logging, and observability practices.</li><li>Support production releases, troubleshoot complex incidents, perform root-cause analysis, and drive continuous improvement.</li></ul>
2026-11-03T00:00:00Z

Law Clerk 1

Washington, DC
onsite
Temporary / Contract
47.5 - 55 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Law Clerk 1 to support document review and legal analysis efforts for a Long-term Contract position based in Washington, District of Columbia. This opportunity is well suited for a Juris Doctor graduate who is not yet licensed and is interested in contributing to litigation and immigration law matters in a structured, high-volume legal environment. The role requires strong judgment, careful review of case materials, and the ability to work efficiently while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality. For immediate consideration, apply today and contact Grace Nowlin at (202) 998-8423 for additional information. Responsibilities:• Examine large volumes of legal and case-related records to identify relevant information and organize findings for attorney review.• Assess documents for responsiveness, privilege, and issue relevance in connection with litigation and immigration law matters.• Prepare concise summaries, notes, and coding decisions to support case strategy and downstream legal workflows.• Maintain accuracy and consistency while reviewing materials within established protocols, deadlines, and quality standards.• Collaborate with attorneys, legal support teams, and project leads to resolve review questions and escalate sensitive issues when needed.• Track reviewed materials and update review platforms or databases to ensure complete and reliable case documentation.• Conduct basic legal research to clarify case issues, procedural questions, or subject-matter considerations tied to assigned matters.• Safeguard confidential information and handle all records in accordance with applicable legal and organizational requirements.
2026-11-05T00:00:00Z

Legal Counsel

Washington, DC
remote
Permanent / Full Time
130000 - 160000 USD / Yearly
♻️ Corporate Counsel / Commercial Contracts Attorney - 100% Remote Opportunity ⚖️ Looking for more than just another contracts job? What if your next legal role allowed you to build something from the ground up, work directly with an accomplished General Counsel, influence business decisions at a national level, and contribute to a mission that's transforming how organizations think about sustainability and waste reduction? A rapidly growing, mission-driven organization is adding multiple attorneys to its legal team due to significant expansion, creating a rare opportunity for an experienced Legal Counsel to join a high-impact legal department that is shaping an emerging area of regulatory and commercial law. 📍 Location: 100% Remote (U.S.)💰 Compensation: $130,000 - $160,000 Base Salary💵 Bonus: Up to 10% Annual Bonus✈️ Travel: Limited occasional travel 🚀 Why Passive Candidates Are Taking This CallMany in-house counsel roles eventually become routine. This one won't. You'll join a growing legal department supporting a nationally recognized organization operating at the intersection of:♻️ Sustainability📜 Regulatory Compliance🤝 Commercial Contracting🏢 Corporate Governance🌎 Environmental Programs This is a chance to work directly with executive leadership while helping build legal infrastructure, contract processes, and strategic frameworks for a rapidly expanding organization operating across multiple states. If you've wanted a seat at the table where legal advice directly influences business strategy, this opportunity deserves a closer look. ⚖️ What You'll Be DoingYou'll serve as a trusted legal advisor focused primarily on:✅ Commercial contract drafting and negotiation✅ End-to-end contract lifecycle management✅ Developing contract templates, playbooks, and negotiation standards✅ Advising internal stakeholders on risk management and business objectives✅ Managing vendor, consulting, services, confidentiality, and program agreements✅ Legal and regulatory research✅ Supporting compliance initiatives and organizational governance✅ Helping scale legal operations within a high-growth environment This is a true attorney role, not a contracts manager position.
2026-11-04T00:00:00Z

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