Hybrid Litigation Paralegal — Case Management & Trial Prep

Akerman LLP; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Akerman LLP in Delaware is seeking a Litigation Paralegal with 2–3 years of litigation experience to support attorneys in a fast-paced environment. The role is hybrid, requiring in-office presence at least three days per week.

You will organize pleadings, manage calendars, assist with discovery, depositions, and trial prep, and coordinate with clients and courts. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of balancing competing priorities.

Qualifications

• Paralegal certificate or higher; equivalent experience considered.
• Prior law firm litigation experience required.
• Experience supporting matters before the Delaware Court of Chancery is strongly preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills required.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal technology tools.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently and in a team.
• Willingness to work additional hours to meet deadlines.
• Experience supporting bankruptcy matters or filings is a plus.
• Notary experience or willingness to become a notary.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys through all phases of litigation.
• Prepare and organize pleadings, motions, correspondence, discovery, and case files.
• Coordinate court filings and maintain litigation calendars and deadlines.
• Assist with document review, production, depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation.
• Conduct factual research and support case management activities.
• Communicate effectively with clients, courts, vendors, and internal team members.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and staff to meet client and practice needs.
• Manage competing priorities and respond to time-sensitive matters.
• Provide support to teams outside DE on an as-needed basis.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Paralegal certificate

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Akerman LLP in Delaware is seeking a Litigation Paralegal with 2–3 years of litigation experience to support attorneys in a fast-paced environment. The role is hybrid, requiring in-office presence at least three days per week.

You will organize pleadings, manage calendars, assist with discovery, depositions, and trial prep, and coordinate with clients and courts. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of balancing competing priorities.