Litigation Paralegal

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Unlimited PTO

12 paid holidays

Parking or transit benefits

Business casual environment

Job summary

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V. is seeking an experienced Civil Litigation Paralegal in Denver. The role supports a plaintiff-side practice covering personal injury, mass tort, and related matters from case development through trial, with hybrid or remote work options within the Denver metro area.

The ideal candidate has significant trial experience, can sit at counsel table, and communicates with clients with discretion and empathy. A paralegal certificate or equivalent is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of civil litigation paralegal experience.
• Significant trial preparation and in-courtroom trial support experience.
• Plaintiff-side personal injury litigation experience.
• Experience supporting sexual assault, sexual abuse, mass tort, or trauma-related litigation preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Colorado and federal rules of civil procedure and discovery.
• Proficiency with e-discovery platforms such as DISCO, Relativity, Everlaw, Nextpoint, Logikcull, or Casepoint.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage sensitive client matters with empathy, discretion, and a trauma-informed approach.
• Paralegal certificate or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of discovery, including document collection, review, and production.
• Draft and respond to written discovery, deposition notices, subpoenas, and related litigation documents.
• Prepare trial notebooks, exhibit and witness lists, demonstratives, and other trial materials.
• Provide in-courtroom trial support, including exhibit management and witness coordination.
• Coordinate depositions, hearings, expert engagements, court reporters, and other case-related logistics.
• Maintain organized case files, calendars, and deadlines within the firm’s case management system.
• Communicate with clients professionally, sensitively, and confidentially.
• Independently manage multiple cases and competing deadlines.

Skills

Civil litigation paralegal experience

Trial preparation

In-courtroom support

Communication skills

Empathy and discretion

Education

Paralegal certificate or equivalent

Tools

DISCO

Relativity

Everlaw

Nextpoint

Logikcull

Casepoint

Job description

Job Title

Civil Litigation Paralegal

Location

Denver, Colorado

Schedule

Hybrid or remote within the Denver metropolitan area; candidates must live within commuting distance of the firm’s Denver office

Pay Rate

$35–$48 per hour; non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay

Employment Type

Direct Hire

Job Description

LHH Recruitment Solutions is working with a Denver-based law firm seeking an experienced Civil Litigation Paralegal. This position supports a plaintiff-side practice handling personal injury, mass tort, and other sensitive litigation matters through all phases of the litigation process, from initial case development through trial.

The ideal candidate will have significant hands‑on trial experience and be comfortable providing in‑courtroom support, including sitting at counsel table. This position requires sound judgment, discretion, and a compassionate approach to communicating with clients who have experienced serious harm.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of discovery, including document collection, review, and production
• Draft and respond to written discovery, deposition notices, subpoenas, and related litigation documents
• Prepare trial notebooks, exhibit and witness lists, demonstratives, and other trial materials
• Provide in‑courtroom trial support, including exhibit management and witness coordination
• Coordinate depositions, hearings, expert engagements, court reporters, and other case‑related logistics
• Maintain organized case files, calendars, and deadlines within the firm’s case management system
• Communicate with clients professionally, sensitively, and confidentially
• Independently manage multiple cases and competing deadlines

Qualifications

• 5+ years of civil litigation paralegal experience
• Significant trial preparation and in‑courtroom trial support experience required
• Plaintiff‑side personal injury litigation experience required
• Experience supporting sexual assault, sexual abuse, mass tort, or other trauma‑related litigation strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of Colorado and federal rules of civil procedure and discovery
• Proficiency with an e‑discovery platform such as DISCO, Relativity, Everlaw, Nextpoint, Logikcull, or Casepoint
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage sensitive client matters with empathy, discretion, and a trauma‑informed approach
• Paralegal certificate or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with an employer match of 100% on the first 3% contributed and 50% on the next 2%
• Unlimited PTO
• 12 paid holidays
• Paid parking or public transportation benefits
• Business casual work environment
• No billable‑hour requirement

Pay Details

$35.00 to $48.00 per hour

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

Fair Chance and Criminal Background Consideration

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.