Civil Litigation Paralegal

A busy and well-respected real estate, land use, and appeals law firm in Sacramento, is seeking a Full-Time Civil Litigation Paralegal with litigation and appeals experience for a fast-paced, litigation-heavy environment.

This role is ideal for a self-starter who is comfortable managing multiple deadlines, supporting active litigation, and jumping in where needed.

Position Details

• Job Type: Full-Time
• Hours: Mon-Fri (830/9A - 5/5:30P) Flexibility Considered
• Location: Onsite in Sacramento, CA (hybrid flexibility may be considered if needed)
• Start Date: ASAP
• Compensation: $30–$35 per hour
• Employment Type: W2

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day litigation tasks
• Assist with case and file management for active litigation matters
• Prepare and format legal documents, including pleadings and filings
• Handle calendaring, deadline tracking, and court dates
• Perform e-filing and court submissions in California state and federal courts
• Provide discovery support and assist with trial preparation
• Communicate with clients as needed
• Provide general administrative support related to litigation and appeals

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Litigation Paralegal or similar role
• Experience in a litigation-heavy law firm environment
• Experience supporting trial preparation
• Appellate filing experience in Appellate court required (candidates should be able to quantify the number of trials and appeals supported)
• Familiarity with California state and federal court filing procedures and deadlines
• Experience in land use and real estate law
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines with minimal supervision
• Willingness to work extended hours during active litigation phases when needed

Skills & Attributes

• Self-starter who can work independently
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to adapt quickly to shifting priorities
• Detail-oriented and deadline-driven

Software Experience

• LawMatics
• Clio

Interview Process

Qualified candidates will be invited to a 30-minute Zoom interview with the firm.