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Title: Senior Paralegal / Case Manager & Team Lead

Location: Winston-Salem, NC (On-site)

Position Type: Full-Time

About Gerber, Green & Principe, PLLC

At Gerber, Green & Principe, PLLC, we are a premier criminal- litigation focused law firm driven by over 60 years of combined legal experience. Based in Winston-Salem, our team represents individuals in high-stakes federal and state court matters. We pride ourselves on rigorous case preparation, unyielding client advocacy, and a collaborative, supportive work environment where dedication to excellence is recognized and rewarded.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Senior Case Manager & Team Lead to play a vital role in directing daily case flow, streamlining operational standards, and leading our legal support team. Working directly alongside firm partners, you will serve as a bridge between attorneys, clients, and administrative operations.

This is a high-visibility, senior leadership role designed for an organized, proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced litigation environment and is passionate about driving both operational efficiency and team success.

Key Responsibilities

Case & Litigation Support

●     Oversee end-to-end case workflows, maintaining accurate file documentation and tracking critical legal deadlines.

●     Draft, review, and organize pleadings, discovery materials, and trial preparation documents.

●     Facilitate clear, empathetic communication with clients, court staff, opposing counsel, and key stakeholders.

●     Track client compliance with financial terms and collect timely payments.

Team Leadership & Operations

●     Lead, mentor, and support legal administrative staff, fostering a positive, high-performing workplace culture.

●     Partner with firm partners/owners to develop, refine, and maintain Excellence Operating Procedures (EOPs) to ensure firm-wide consistency.

●     Audit and optimize data accuracy within firm systems and case management software.

Required Experience & Skills

●     Legal Expertise: 5–7+ years of progressive experience within a law firm or litigation setting, with deep knowledge of litigation support workflows.

●     Leadership Ability: Demonstrated experience managing, mentoring, or leading administrative/support teams in a professional office environment.

●     Organizational Mastery: Exceptional multi-tasking skills with rock-solid attention to detail and deadline management.

●     Communication Skills: Professional, confident written and verbal communication style when engaging with clients, courts, and internal teams.

●     Technical Savvy: Proficiency with office software and legal case management platforms (e.g., Clio, eCourts, PACER, QuickBooks, or similar systems).

●     Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Preferred Qualifications (a Plus!)

●     Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies, Criminal Justice, Business Administration, or a related field.

●     Background in criminal law practice and criminal litigation.

●     Bilingual proficiency (English / Spanish).

Compensation and Benefits

●     Pay range of $65,000-80,000 based on experience

●     Paid Time Off (Vacation/Sick Leave) and Paid Holidays / 401(k) Plan with 3% Employer Contribution / Discretionary Performance Bonuses

●     Employee work hours 8 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. or 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. with one-hour staggered lunch breaks

How to Apply

We would love to learn more about your background and interest in this role. To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, and 3 professional references directly to graham@ggpnc.com with the subject line "Senior Case Manager Application - [Your Name]".

Gerber, Green & Principe, PLLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.