Hybrid Litigation Paralegal — Tort, Commercial & Employment

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with employer contribution

Paid time off and holidays

Life and disability insurance

CLE and professional development

Employee assistance and wellness

Job summary

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V. in Phoenix, AZ seeks a seasoned Litigation Paralegal to support a growing litigation practice focused on tort, commercial, and employment matters.

The role partners with attorneys through all phases of litigation, from inception to trial preparation. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, handling case files, discovery, and trial logistics, with hybrid work—three days in-office and two days remote—alongside professional development

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of litigation paralegal experience in a law firm.
• Experience supporting tort, commercial litigation, and employment litigation.
• Strong knowledge of Arizona state and federal court procedures.
• Experience with discovery management, document review, and trial preparation.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency with litigation support technology and Microsoft Office Suite.
• ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Managing case files and maintaining litigation calendars
• Drafting and preparing legal documents, pleadings, discovery requests, and discovery responses
• Assisting with fact investigations and document collection
• Coordinating document review, production, and organization
• Preparing deposition summaries and managing exhibits
• Conducting legal and factual research
• Supporting attorneys with motion practice and trial preparation
• Communicating with clients, expert witnesses, courts, and opposing counsel
• Monitoring deadlines and ensuring compliance with court rules and procedures
• Assisting with mediation, arbitration, and trial logistics

Skills

Litigation paralegal experience

Discovery management

Trial preparation

Excellent communication

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Education

ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate

Tools

Litigation support software

Document review platforms

Job description

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V. in Phoenix, AZ seeks a seasoned Litigation Paralegal to support a growing litigation practice focused on tort, commercial, and employment matters.

The role partners with attorneys through all phases of litigation, from inception to trial preparation. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, handling case files, discovery, and trial logistics, with hybrid work—three days in-office and two days remote—alongside professional development