Hybrid Litigation Paralegal - Class Action Specialist

Ballard Spahr LLP; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Inclusion initiatives

Job summary

Ballard Spahr LLP in San Francisco is seeking an experienced paralegal to support its Litigation practice. This hybrid role involves managing large caseloads, drafting legal documents, and coordinating efforts with attorneys and clients.

The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of experience in a law firm, especially in class action litigation, along with strong technical and communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of law firm experience as a litigation paralegal.
• Experience with class action litigation is highly desirable.
• Deep knowledge of state and federal court rules and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Managing large and complex caseloads including class action matters.
• Drafting legal documents and preparing correspondence for attorney review.
• Assisting with all phases of trial, arbitration, hearing, and depositions.

Skills

Communication

Detail-Oriented

Technical Skills

Growth Mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Adobe PDF

Document management software (NetDocs)

Electronic discovery platform (Relativity)

Docketing software (Court Alert)

Job description

Ballard Spahr LLP in San Francisco is seeking an experienced paralegal to support its Litigation practice. This hybrid role involves managing large caseloads, drafting legal documents, and coordinating efforts with attorneys and clients.

The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of experience in a law firm, especially in class action litigation, along with strong technical and communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits.