Sr. Paralegal- Litigation

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

The Senior Paralegal – Litigation drives case management for complex litigation and arbitration. We need a proactive professional who can handle high-stakes matters independently, lead discovery, and manage sophisticated document workflows. You’ll draft substantive legal materials and anticipate case needs in a fast-paced environment. This role requires sharp analytical skills, strong business sense, and a "can-do" approach to high-volume workloads.

The role will sit in our Charlotte, NC office in a hybrid capacity of in-office 3x per week.

Core Responsibilities:

Litigation and Arbitration Case Management:

• Oversee service of process, including the intake, receipt, review, and prompt triage of all documents and pleadings served on the company.

• Conduct legal research, and factual investigation to support case strategy.

• Draft, review, and prepare documents, including discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, subpoena responses, and correspondence.

• Manage case files, maintain organized records, and ensure compliance with applicable rules and deadlines.

• Support attorneys in all phases of litigation, including conducting fact investigation, preparing and tracking litigation holds, and managing e-discovery responses.

Discovery & Document Management:

• Lead large-scale discovery projects, including document collection, review coordination, production, and privilege logging.

• Manage discovery platforms and collaborate with vendors to ensure accurate and timely productions.

• Analyze documents for relevance, confidentiality, and responsiveness, and prepare summaries for attorney review.

• Manage CounselLink and other matter management tools, including matter creation, updates, data entry, and preparation of reports for quarterly monthly meetings with key Xylem stakeholders.

• Manage subpoena responses, including receiving and processing service, examining appropriateness of requests, collecting relevant documents, conducting thorough reviews, including appropriate redactions that may be necessary, and preparing responses for attorney review.

Client & Case Team Communication:

• Coordinate meetings, depositions, interviews, and case-related communications.

• Provide timely updates to clients and attorneys and respond to inquiries with professionalism and clarity.

Legal Administration:

• Track time, expenses, and billing entries with accuracy and attention to detail.

• Assist with budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and resource planning for litigation matters.

• Support internal process improvements and contribute to department-wide initiatives.

Compliance & Risk Management:

• Ensure adherence to ethical rules, confidentiality requirements, and litigation-specific regulations.

• Monitor changes in court rules, procedural requirements, and relevant laws.

• Identify potential risks in case handling and recommend mitigation strategies.

High-Impact Behaviors:

• Continuous Professional Development — Maintain up to date knowledge of litigation trends, electronic discovery tools, and procedural changes.

• Collaboration & Teamwork — Work effectively across diverse legal teams, contributing to shared goals and supporting collective success.

• Results Driven Performance — Demonstrate ownership of tasks, meet tight deadlines, and consistently deliver high-quality work under pressure.

Minimum Skills, Education and Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies or related field with minimum of 10 years of litigation paralegal experience.

• Private practice and in-house experience are required.

• Advanced knowledge of litigation processes, court rules, and case lifecycles.

• Proficiency with legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis) and litigation support platforms (e.g., Relativity, CounselLink,  Everlaw, CaseMap).

• Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective interaction with attorneys, executives, and other key stakeholders.

• Strong PC skills including MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

• Exceptional organizational and time management abilities to handle multiple complex matters simultaneously.

• Exceptional analytical skills with attention to detail.

• Demonstrated expertise in drafting legal documents and understanding complex legal concepts.

• Professional certification, such as Certified Paralegal preferred

Xylem does not provide sponsorship for this position.

Why Xylem?

We believe in supporting our employees both professionally and personally. Our benefits include:

· Paid parental leave, maternity support, and fertility benefits

· Flexibility and hybrid work options where applicable

· Health, dental, and vision insurance from day one

· Emotional health and wellness programs and Volunteer program (Watermark)

· Paid time off (PTO)/Flexible time off (FTO) and paid holidays

· Career development, advancement, tuition reimbursement, and student loan forgiveness

· Generous retirement savings plan with company contribution

· Employee recognition and discount programs

Ready to grow your career while making a difference? Join a team that values your skills, supports your development, and empowers you to help solve global water challenges.

The estimated salary range for this position is $40 to $50 per hour plus bonus.   Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience and work location, and is not typically at the top of the range.  At Xylem we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefit package, including Medical, Dental, Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement.

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Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.