Litigation Paralegal

Overview

A litigation paralegal position is available to support high-stakes employment law cases focused on discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims. This role involves driving case momentum through precise document preparation, strategic case development, and proactive problem-solving. The position offers training in employment law and the opportunity to work alongside experienced attorneys to secure significant financial recoveries for clients.

Responsibilities

• Draft complaints, motions, discovery requests, and mediation statements with accuracy.
• Develop fact chronologies, deposition summaries, and witness profiles to support case strategy.
• Conduct targeted legal research using Westlaw or Lexis and provide clear summaries to attorneys.
• Lead fact-gathering client calls with empathy while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Identify and escalate case delays or gaps to ensure timely resolution.
• Utilize systems such as HubSpot, SharePoint, and Microsoft 365 to track case progress and maintain records.

What You Will Not Do

• Perform routine administrative tasks like filing or scheduling (handled by case managers).
• Provide legal advice or case valuations to clients.
• Wait for direction to identify and resolve case bottlenecks.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of paralegal experience, preferably in litigation; plaintiff-side employment law experience is a plus but not required.
• Paralegal certificate or associate’s degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong legal drafting skills.
• Proactive problem-solver who anticipates issues and acts independently.
• Strong communication skills with empathy for clients and clarity for team members.
• Proficient with Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and case management systems; experience with HubSpot is a bonus.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay range: $30.00–$35.00, based on experience.
• Performance-based bonuses tied to firm success.
• Work schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with occasional flexibility.
• Benefits include 80% coverage of single plan medical, dental, and vision premiums; firm-paid long-term supplemental disability and life insurance; 401(k) with 3% firm contribution; commuter benefits; and generous paid time off.

Location

• Position offers flexible work arrangements: remote, hybrid, or in-person at the Minneapolis office located at 100 S 5th St, Minneapolis, MN.

Hiring Process

• Application submission.
• Strengths assessment.
• Phone interview.
• Kolbe assessment.
• Final interview.
• Offer extended following reference and background checks.