Litigation Paralegal

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Koussan Law

Litigation Paralegal

Detroit, MI
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Title: Trial Paralegal – Personal Injury (Detroit, MI)

    Company: Koussan Law Firm

    Location: Detroit, MI (100% In-Office)

    Job Type: Full-Time

    Salary: Starting at $50,000+ per year (commensurate with experience)

    Why Work at Koussan Law

    Koussan Law Firm (K-Law) is a fast-growing boutique trial firm in Detroit's New Center, where meticulous preparation, bold advocacy, and collaboration drive results. Be part of a team that thrives on high-stakes litigation and celebrates courtroom victories.

    Job Description

    Koussan Law Firm is seeking a full-time Trial Paralegal with 3+ years of experience prepping personal injury cases for jury trial. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-impact environment and is passionate about supporting clients through every stage of litigation.

    Responsibilities:

    • Manage trial calendars and deadlines from complaint through verdict

    • Draft discovery, deposition outlines, motions, exhibit lists, jury instructions, and subpoenas

    • Build and maintain trial binders, deposition digests, medical chronologies, and demonstratives

    • Coordinate expert inspections, focus groups, courtroom technology, and logistics

    • Support attorneys in trial (second-chair, real-time exhibits, research)

    • Communicate with clients, adjusters, experts, and treating physicians to keep cases on track

    Qualifications:

    • 3+ years prepping personal-injury cases for jury trial (verdict experience preferred)

    • Strong knowledge of Michigan and federal civil procedure & discovery rules

    • Proficiency with trial software and advanced document management systems

    • Exceptional writing, organizational, and communication skills

    • Ability to work under pressure and manage high-stakes deadlines

    Compensation & Benefits:

    • Competitive salary starting at $50,000+

    • 401(k) with firm match

    • Health, dental, and vision insurance (BCBS)

    • Paid parking in New Center

    • PTO after 90 days + firm holidays

    • Collaborative, supportive, and high-performing team environment

    Skills

    • Trial preparation & case management

    • Drafting motions, discovery, and subpoenas

    • Deposition summaries & witness prep

    • Michigan & federal civil procedure

    • Document management & trial software

    • Evidence & exhibit organization

    • Legal research & writing

    • Calendar & deadline management

    • Client, expert, and court coordination

    • High-stakes litigation support