Litigation Paralegal

Overview

An established international labor and employment law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal with California experience to join their remote team. This full-time, virtual role supports attorneys by providing substantive legal support in litigation matters, ensuring efficient case management and high-quality client service.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and manage client documents, including electronic data, and identify potentially relevant materials.
• Conduct litigation, criminal, and civil background checks; obtain authenticated records as needed.
• Draft various legal documents for attorney review, such as removal documents, certificates of interested parties, answers, initial disclosures, motions, orders, scheduling orders, protective orders, deposition notices, affidavits, declarations, discovery requests and responses, settlement agreements, and dismissal documents.
• Assist in preparing motions for summary judgment, including checking deposition citations, assembling exhibits, and creating appendices.
• Identify and prepare all documents for production, including Bates labeling and redacting privileged or confidential information.
• Support trial preparation by managing exhibits, evidentiary matters, witness lists, files, subpoenas, coordinating and attending witness preparation meetings, and assisting at trial.
• Conduct online legal research and utilize electronic resources efficiently.
• Manage multiple assignments and deadlines while maintaining professionalism and seeking assistance when necessary.
• Record all billable and non-billable time according to firm policies.
• Assist colleagues as needed.
• Review vendor invoices for accuracy and submit them timely for processing.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Flexibility to support work assignments across different time zones.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and project management capabilities.
• Ability to prioritize effectively and perform under pressure.
• Experience working with various state and federal jurisdictions.
• High motivation, reliability, flexibility, curiosity, and strong teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Adaptability to fast-paced and changing environments.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with document review software, eDiscovery technology, and document management systems.
• Experience with Relativity and/or Everlaw is strongly preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of five years of litigation paralegal experience.
• Labor and employment litigation experience required.
• Extensive knowledge of litigation and trial procedures, including federal, California state, and appellate court rules.
• Bachelor's degree or relevant work experience.

Requirements

Candidates must meet at least one of the following:

• Certificate of completion of a paralegal program approved by the American Bar Association.
• Certificate of completion of a paralegal program or degree from a post-secondary institution accredited by a national or regional accrediting organization or approved by the Bureau for Private Post-Secondary and Vocational Education, requiring at least 24 semester units in law-related courses.
• Baccalaureate or advanced degree in any subject, with at least one year of law-related experience under the supervision of an attorney who has been an active member of the State Bar of California for at least the preceding three years or has practiced in federal courts of California for at least the preceding three years, accompanied by a written declaration from the supervising attorney stating qualification to perform paralegal tasks.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly rate range: $36.05 - $55.30, determined by factors including location, experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with profit sharing.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Access to 24/7 telehealth services and wellness programs.

Location

• This is a fully remote position with a virtual office setup.

Additional Information

• Relocation costs are not covered.
• Only direct applicants will be considered; third-party recruiters or agencies will not be accepted.
• No phone inquiries, please.

The position description is not exhaustive; additional duties and requirements may be assigned as needed.