Litigation Paralegal
Location: San Francisco, CA (In-Person)
Experience: 3-5 Years
Firm Size: Medium-sized law firm
Reports To: Assigned Litigation Attorneys
Temporary Position - 3-6 months
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support three attorneys in a fast-paced, collaborative, medium-sized law firm environment. This is an in-person role based in our San Francisco office and is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in litigation support from case inception through trial.
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive litigation support to three attorneys across multiple active matters
Draft, revise, and finalize legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, subpoenas, and correspondence
Manage all aspects of discovery, including document collection, review, production, and preparation of discovery indexes
Maintain and organize physical and electronic case files
Perform legal and factual research as directed
Coordinate filings with state and federal courts, including e-filing and service of process
Track and manage deadlines, calendars, and litigation timelines
Assist with deposition preparation, including exhibit binders and summaries
Support trial preparation, including witness lists, exhibit lists, and trial binders
Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, opposing counsel, and vendors
Qualifications & Experience
3-5 years of litigation paralegal experience, preferably in a law firm setting
Strong knowledge of California state and federal court procedures
Proficiency with e-filing systems and litigation support software
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple matters and competing deadlines
Strong written and verbal communication skills
High level of professionalism and discretion
Paralegal certificate or equivalent experience preferred
Work Environment
In-person role in San Francisco
Collaborative, team-oriented culture
Supportive attorney-paralegal partnership model
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.