Employment Law Paralegal

TEEMA Solutions Group; Mapleville (RI); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off and paid holidays

Job summary

TEEMA Solutions Group is looking for an experienced Employment Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys in California. This hybrid role involves working on significant cases related to wage violations and employment law.

The ideal candidate should have a paralegal certificate, at least 3 years of experience, and strong organizational skills. Benefits include a competitive salary, medical coverage, and a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of litigation paralegal experience, preferably in employment law.
• Proficiency with e-filing in California courts.
• Strong ability to manage multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys throughout all phases of employment litigation.
• Prepare and maintain case files and databases.
• Draft and manage pleadings and court filings.

Skills

Litigation experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Familiarity with court procedures

Attention to detail

Education

Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat

Litigation support software

Job description

Location: California Emeryville or LA office (Hybrid Schedule)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Compensation: Competitive Salary + Benefits

Position Overview

Our plaintiff-side employment law firm is seeking an experienced Employment Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys handling complex California employment law matters. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact cases involving wage and hour violations, class actions, representative actions under California's Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA), and federal claims under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

The ideal candidate will have strong litigation experience, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support attorneys throughout all phases of employment litigation.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain case files and litigation databases.
• Draft and assist with pleadings, discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, and court filings.
• Manage document production, review, and analysis for complex employment matters.
• Coordinate depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and court appearances.
• Assist with class action administration and PAGA representative actions.
• Prepare exhibits, trial binders, witness files, and hearing materials.
• Conduct factual investigations and legal research related to California employment law.
• Track litigation deadlines and ensure compliance with court rules and procedures.
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and court personnel.

Areas of Practice

• Class Action Litigation
• Plaintiff-Side Employment Litigation
• PAGA (Private Attorneys General Act) Claims
• FLSA (Fair Labor Standards Act) Collective Actions
• Meal and Rest Break Violations
• Overtime and Minimum Wage Claims
• Employee Misclassification
• Unpaid Wages and Commissions
• Retaliation and Wrongful Termination Claims

Qualifications

• Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved or accredited program preferred.
• Minimum 3+ years of litigation paralegal experience, preferably in employment law.
• Knowledge of California Labor Code, Wage Orders, PAGA, and FLSA requirements.
• Familiarity with state and federal court filing procedures.
• Experience with e‑filing in California courts and federal courts.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and litigation support software.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting wage and hour class actions and representative actions.
• Trial preparation and trial support experience.
• Familiarity with document review platforms and e‑discovery processes.
• Experience working in a plaintiff-side employment law practice.

Work Arrangement

• Hybrid work schedule with a combination of remote and in‑office work.
• Must reside in California and be available to attend in‑office meetings, depositions, mediations, and trial preparation as needed.
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.

If you are a highly organized litigation professional with a passion for advocating for employee rights, we encourage you to apply and become part of our growing employment law team.