Experienced Litigation Paralegal – Trial Prep & Benefits

Michaelson Law; Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Paid holidays

Full benefits package

Job summary

Michaelson Law is a Nevada-based firm seeking an experienced litigation paralegal to join the Henderson office. The role involves supporting civil litigation attorneys from inception through post-trial, organizing case files, managing discovery, and drafting pleadings and motions.

The candidate should have 5+ years of experience, paralegal certification, and strong communication and time-management skills. Proficiency with Westlaw/LexisNexis and MS Office is expected.

Qualifications

• Paralegal certification is required.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience as a litigation paralegal.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support 1-2 attorneys in all stages of civil litigation.
• Oversee organization and maintenance of case-related documents.
• Maintain timekeeping records daily.
• Assist in the discovery process.
• Draft common pleadings, motions and notices.
• Coordinate filings of pleadings and briefs and ensure proper service.
• Assist with trial preparations and exhibit organization.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Deadline-driven

Team collaboration

Legal research

Document review

Education

Paralegal certification

NALA certification

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Microsoft Office

E-filing systems

Job description

Michaelson Law is a Nevada-based firm seeking an experienced litigation paralegal to join the Henderson office. The role involves supporting civil litigation attorneys from inception through post-trial, organizing case files, managing discovery, and drafting pleadings and motions.

The candidate should have 5+ years of experience, paralegal certification, and strong communication and time-management skills. Proficiency with Westlaw/LexisNexis and MS Office is expected.