CA Labor & Employment Paralegal

Clarkson Law Firm; Connecticut; Remote; USD 45,460 - 55,104; Full time

Job summary

A law firm is seeking an experienced Employment Law Paralegal to join its team. This fully remote position requires strong knowledge of California employment law and at least 3 years of paralegal experience in employment litigation. The ideal candidate will manage a diverse caseload, draft legal documents, and ensure deadlines are met. The role offers a salary range of $33–$40/hour and focuses on supporting individual discrimination and harassment litigation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of paralegal experience in employment litigation.
• Strong knowledge of California employment law – FEHA preferred.
• 2+ years of experience with state and federal e-filing systems.

Responsibilities

• Draft correspondence, pleadings, and motions in state and federal courts.
• E-filing in state and federal courts, including filings under seal.
• Prepare and review discovery including document production.
• Organize and maintain case files.
• Manage case calendars and deadlines.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Communication skills

Ability to handle multiple cases

Education

Paralegal experience in employment litigation

Tools

SharePoint

Microsoft 365

Clio

Lexis

Adobe Acrobat DC

Job description

CA Labor & Employment Paralegal - Remote

Employment Law Paralegal Supporting Individual Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation Litigation

Location: Fully Remote

Position Overview

We are seeking an Employment Law Paralegal with substantial experience supporting state and federal employment litigation in California Courts, particularly under the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and Title VII. The ideal candidate has experience assisting attorneys in all phases of litigation, from case intake through trial, and managing a moderate‑to‑high volume caseload with precision and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

• Drafting shell correspondence, pleadings, and motions in state and federal courts.
• E‑filing in state and federal courts, including filings under seal.
• Preparing and reviewing discovery, including written requests and responses, document production, and deposition preparation.
• Organizing and maintaining case files.
• Managing case calendars and deadlines.
• Scheduling meetings, telephone conferences, webinars, and travel.
• Arranging court reporters for depositions and hearings.
• Maintaining billable hour records, managing and tracking expenses, and preparing budget reports.
• Assisting with trial preparation, including exhibits, witness coordination, and trial binders.
• Interfacing with court personnel, experts, clients, opposing counsel, and co‑counsel.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of paralegal experience in employment litigation (strong knowledge of California employment law – FEHA preferred).
• 2+ years of experience with state and federal e‑filing systems.

Preferred Skills

• Excellent organizational, time‑management, and communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple cases and meet strict deadlines.
• Ability to collaborate with a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with SharePoint, Office 縄365, Microsoft Teams, Clio, Lexis, Lexis CourtLink, Logikcull (eDiscovery), and Adobe Acrobat DC.
• Ability to track billable hours on an ongoing basis.

Salary range: $33–$40/hr

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Legal

Industries

• Law Practice