Litigation Paralegal

Overview

• Provide essential litigation support to attorneys in a dynamic hybrid work environment.
• Collaborate on preparing and organizing complex legal documents and case files.
• Conduct detailed factual research using advanced e-discovery databases and legal resources.
• Assist with trial preparation, logistics, and in-court support for attorneys.
• Ensure accuracy in formatting, citation checking, and proofreading of legal briefs and motions.
• Maintain and update litigation databases and files to support case management.
• Engage in professional development and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
• Utilize advanced software tools for document editing, comparison, and timekeeping.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Coordinate and prepare complex legal documents under attorney supervision.
• Organize and maintain case files, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
• Conduct searches on e-discovery databases to locate relevant documents.
• Assist attorneys with deposition preparation and logistics coordination.
• Format, cite check, and proofread legal briefs and motions for filing.
• Provide trial support, including logistics setup and travel arrangements.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external vendors to streamline processes.
• Handle additional projects and responsibilities as assigned by attorneys.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-accredited program required.
• 3-5 years of litigation paralegal experience, including arbitration and trial support.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, e-discovery databases, and legal research tools.
• Strong knowledge of California federal and state court procedures and terminology.
• Experience with timekeeping and expense reporting applications.
• Ability to manage multiple case teams and projects simultaneously.
• Excellent organizational, research, and communication skills.
• Willingness to work overtime and travel as required.