Litigation Paralegal

BakerHostetler; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

BakerHostetler in Atlanta seeks a Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys in a high-volume practice. The role spans case inception through post-trial activities, including drafting pleadings, managing documents, and coordinating filings in state and federal courts.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in litigation support, strong e-discovery and research skills, and proficiency with litigation tech and MS Office. This is an on-site position offering exposure to complex matters firm-wide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or Paralegal Certificate; equivalent combination may substitute.
• Experience supporting complex commercial, labor and employment, or healthcare litigation.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal court procedures and e-filing workflows.
• Proficiency with litigation technology and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys through all phases of litigation from inception to post-trial.
• Draft, revise, file pleadings, motions, subpoenas and other documents.
• Manage and maintain case files, documents, exhibits and evidence.
• Coordinate filings in state and federal courts and track deadlines.
• Assist with written discovery, including responses and document productions.
• Conduct legal research and fact investigations using internal/external resources.
• Review and organize medical, employment, financial and contract records.
• Prepare deposition summaries, chronologies and trial notebooks.
• Coordinate with clients, witnesses, court personnel, experts and opposing counsel.
• Support trial prep, manage exhibits and witness materials.
• Monitor deadlines and attorney calendars; support ADR proceedings.

Skills

Litigation paralegal experience

Case management

e-discovery

Legal research

Trial preparation

Education

Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate

Tools

Relativity

OnCue/Trial Director

Adobe Acrobat

Document management systems

Job description

Our Litigation Practice Group has an excellent opportunity for a Litigation Paralegal in the Atlanta office. Our ideal candidate has experience supporting attorneys by performing routine and advanced litigation tasks in a high-volume, complex, and fast-paced practice. This non-exempt position will support litigation attorneys in the Atlanta office but may also work with attorneys throughout the firm on a variety of matters and cases.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys through all phases of litigation, including case inception, discovery, trial preparation, and post-trial activities.
• Draft, revise, and file pleadings, motions, subpoenas, notices, and other litigation-related documents for attorney review.
• Manage and maintain case files, including organizing documents, correspondence, exhibits, and evidence.
• Coordinate electronic and traditional filings in state and federal courts and ensure compliance with applicable court rules and deadlines.
• Assist with written discovery, including preparing responses, managing document productions, and organizing discovery materials.
• Conduct factual investigations, legal research, and background searches using internal and external resources.
• Review, analyze, summarize, and organize medical records, employment records, financial records, contracts, and other case-related documents.
• Prepare deposition summaries, chronologies, witness files, and trial notebooks.
• Coordinate and communicate with clients, witnesses, court personnel, experts, vendors, and opposing counsel regarding case-related matters.
• Assist in trial preparation, including managing exhibits, preparing witness materials, coordinating logistics, and providing trial support.
• Monitor litigation deadlines and maintain attorney calendars to ensure timely completion of all case requirements.
• Support alternative dispute resolution proceedings, including mediations and arbitrations.
• Other duties as requested and assigned.

Requirements

• 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience, preferably in a law firm.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred or Paralegal Certificate at a minimum; equivalent combination of education, training and experience may substitute for education requirement
• Experience supporting complex commercial litigation, labor and employment litigation, healthcare litigation, or other sophisticated litigation matters preferred.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal court procedures, e-filing systems, and litigation workflows.
• Experience managing large document collections and electronic discovery (eDiscovery) projects.
• High proficiency in grammar, proofreading, and legal document preparation.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with litigation technology and related software, including Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, Relativity, Opus, OnCue/Trial Director, document management systems, litigation support platforms, and time-entry software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with attorneys, clients, and court personnel.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
• Must exercise discretion with confidential and sensitive information and use good judgment while prioritizing needs of the clients and the firm
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions

Why Join BakerHostetler?

For more than a century, BakerHostetler has been committed to excellence, collaboration, and innovation. With more than 1,000 attorneys across 18 offices nationwide, we rely on talented professionals to help deliver exceptional client service. What sets us apart? At BakerHostetler, your work truly matters—you’ll have a voice in shaping growth strategies, work alongside a supportive and collaborative team, and be valued as a strategic partner, not just a staff member. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a culture built on respect, teamwork, and professional development. If you’re looking for a place where you can make an impact, grow your career, and be part of something bigger, you belong at BakerHostetler. Please visit www.bakerlaw.com for more information about our Firm.

Benefits

Offering competitive pay and benefits, while providing a collegial and respectful work environment, is part of our commitment to fostering a workplace that values employees. Specific information is provided during the interview process.

Our Comprehensive And Competitive Benefit Program Includes

• Competitive salaries and a performance bonus program
• Group health, dental, and vision insurance
• Multiple plan options and various benefit levels
• Same-sex domestic partner coverage
• Pre-tax premiums
• Coverage begins on date of hire
• Group term life/AD&D and voluntary supplemental group universal life insurance
• Voluntary accident insurance – self and family
• Long-term care insurance
• Short-term disability benefits
• Long-term disability benefits
• Pre-tax benefit programs – dependent care, health care reimbursement and transit/qualified parking (in most cities)
• Retirement program – voluntary 401(k) plan