Commercial Litigation Paralegal

Overview

An organization is seeking an enthusiastic and professional Paralegal with a minimum of 3 years of litigation and trial experience to join its Commercial Litigation Group in the Phoenix, Arizona office.

This role supports attorneys in all phases of case management—from inception through trial—in a broad range of commercial disputes, including contract, business tort, real estate, and corporate governance matters. The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of Arizona state and federal court procedures and can thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Work arrangement is flexible: in-office or hybrid may be available consistent with the needs of the position.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with all aspects of commercial litigation case management from pre-suit investigation through trial and post-trial proceedings.
• Collect, review, and organize large document sets in connection with discovery obligations and case strategy.
• Prepare documents for production, including privilege review coordination and Bates-stamping.
• Assist with preparation for depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trial, including exhibit binders, deposition outlines, and demonstratives.
• Prepare and serve subpoenas, including subpoenas duces tecum.
• Draft, file, and serve pleadings, motions, and other court filings in Arizona state and federal courts and the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona.
• Manage case calendars, deadlines, and docketing in accordance with the Arizona Rules of Civil Procedure and the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure.
• Coordinate with outside vendors for court reporting, copy services, and e-discovery support when necessary.
• Assist with trial preparation, including witness coordination, exhibit management, and courtroom technology setup.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of litigation paralegal experience, with a focus on commercial litigation preferred.
• Strong litigation experience in both state and federal courts, including familiarity with Arizona Superior Court procedures and the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona (Local Rules and CM/ECF filing).
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, Westlaw, Adobe, and e-discovery tools.
• Extensive e-discovery and technology experience with applications such as Trial Director, CaseMap, DISCO, and Everlaw.
• Experience with processing electronically stored information (ESI).
• Ability to learn and work with emerging artificial intelligence applications.
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and strong interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and a Paralegal Certification from an ABA-approved program.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Comprehensive benefits.
• Career development through mentoring and training.

Location

• Phoenix, Arizona

Equal Opportunity Employer

• The organization is an equal opportunity employer.