Litigation Paralegal

Greenberg Traurig, LLP; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 66,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K plan

Discretionary bonus

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Greenberg Traurig, LLP in Las Vegas is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys from onset through post-trial, including research and analysis. This fast-paced role demands professionalism, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in an organized manner.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's or Paralegal certificate, 10 years of litigation paralegal experience in a law firm, plus strong drafting, document management, and trial prep skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or Paralegal certificate preferred; equivalent experience considered
• Certified Paralegal a plus
• Minimum of 10 years of experience as a Litigation Paralegal in a law firm
• Proven ability to manage complex litigation matters with attention to detail
• Proficient in document management, trial prep, and legal research tools

Responsibilities

• Assists attorneys in all stages of litigation from onset through post-trial
• Oversees organization and handling of case documents and materials
• Manages discovery, depositions, and expert discovery preparations
• Performs document reviews, coding, and summarizes transcripts and exhibits
• Supports law and motion practice and filing of pleadings and briefs
• Maintains accurate timekeeping and trial calendars
• Coordinates witness schedules and trial preparation activities
• Performs basic legal research using Westlaw/Lexis and online resources

Skills

Litigation support

Trial preparation

Document management

Time management

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's in Paralegal studies

Paralegal certificate

Certified Paralegal (CP)

Tools

Relativity

Opus 2

Adobe Acrobat

Microsoft Office

E-filing systems

Job description

Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm with locations across the world in 15 countries, has an exciting employment opportunity for you. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package, along with the opportunity to work within an innovative and collaborative environment.

Join our Litigation Team as a Paralegal located in our Las Vegas office.

We are seeking a highly skilled professional who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The ideal candidate possesses strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in every task. With a dedicated work ethic and a can-do attitude, you will take initiative and approach challenges with confidence and resilience. Excellent communication skills are essential for collaborating effectively across teams and delivering exceptional client service. If you are someone who demonstrates initiatives, adaptability, and innovation, we invite you to join our team. This role will be based in our Las Vegas, NV office, on an in-office basis. Regular in-office presence is required for day-to-day operations, as well as for team meetings, training opportunities, and relationship building. This role reports to the Business Director of the Las Vegas office.

Position Summary

The Litigation Paralegal position will provide organizational and practice specific assistance to attorneys in the Department in preparing cases from onset through post trial, including related research and analysis. Qualified candidates demonstrate professionalism, attention to detail, and ability to handle multiple priorities and work in an organized, efficient manner.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists attorneys in in all stages of litigation cases from onset through post-trial
• Oversees organization, maintenance and appropriate utilization of documents and other case-related materials, including maintenance of client-presentable and efficient work areas and case rooms
• Assists and manages with the discovery process, prepares for depositions, propounds and responds to written discovery and prepares for expert discovery
• Oversees and conducts document reviews and document productions; prepares documentation regarding criteria changes; tracks and reports on review progress and results
• Performs analytical tasks, prepares witness interview memoranda, reviews and summarizes documents, deposition, court transcripts and creating and using substantive coding tools
• Assists with basic legal research, including locating cases, statutes and regulatory materials; conduct fact research on internet and private search engines, such as Westlaw and Lexis
• Assists with law and motion practice, assembles motion papers and exhibits, coordinates filings of pleadings and briefs and ensuring proper service
• Drafts common pleadings, motions, notices and other court filings
• Ensure compliance with federal and state rules of procedure and evidence for document format, content, filing, etc.Performs and oversees both simple and complex authority and fact cite-checking; confirms case quotes, proofreads briefs and other legal documents
• Assists and manages trial preparations, creates trial notebooks, identifies and organizes exhibits, coordinates witness schedules, maintains trial calendars and communicates effectively with opposing counsel and courtroom staff
• Assists in preparation of post-trial filings including briefing, motions for costs and sanctions, etc. and organize the case for appeal if necessary
• Maintains timely and accurate timekeeping records on a daily basis
• Assists with other department activities as needed, and performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

Skills & Competencies

• Ability to communicate professionally and interact effectively with all levels of personnel, including management staff and support staff
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively in a remote environment
• Demonstrated attention to detail, reliability, outstanding organizational skills and ability to learn new technology
• Excellent client service skills and ability to work on multiple matters simultaneously in an organized manner and under minimal supervision
• Skilled at drafting clear and concise memoranda, detailed fact summaries, pleadings and other documents
• Flexibility and ability to respond quickly and positively to shifting demands
• Position periodically requires off-site work at a war room or the courthouse when the case goes to trial

Education & Prior Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or Certificate in Paralegal studies from an accredited institution preferred; equivalent experience considered
• Certified Paralegal a plus
• Minimum of 10 years of experience as a Litigation Paralegal within a law firm with demonstrated knowledge of complex issues within the Litigation practice area
• Exceptional computer skills with the ability to learn new software applications quickly
• Trial experience, including exhibit preparation, witness preparation and management, knowledge of subpoena preparation, experience working with judicial assistants and trial presentation vendors, experience assisting attorneys in the courtroom
• Computer proficiency in Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook, as well as document management
• Proficiency with E-filing and litigation support applications such as Relativity, Opus 2 and Adobe Acrobat

Technology

• Computer proficiency in Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook, as well as document management
• Proficiency with E-filing and litigation support applications such as Relativity, Opus 2 and Adobe Acrobat
• Demonstrates a basic understanding of artificial intelligence (AI), including core capabilities, limitations, and importance of data privacy, accuracy, verification, and ethical considerations within a professional services environment
• Familiarity with or willingness to learn AI platforms (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, or similar tools) and incorporate them responsibly into day-to-day workflows to enhance daily work tasks as appropriate and/or directed
• Proactive approach to learning and adapting to emerging AI and related technologies and contributes to a culture of innovation

The expected pay range for this position is:

$48.68 to $54.49 per hour

Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. Full time employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, short term disability, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, 401K, vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program. Additional voluntary programs include: voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance and pet insurance. Commuter and Transit programs may also be available in certain markets.

• Full time employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus
• health insurance with an optional HSA
• short term disability
• long term disability
• dental insurance
• vision care
• life insurance
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K
• vacation
• sick time
• an employee assistance program.
• Additional voluntary programs include: voluntary accident insurance
• voluntary life
• voluntary disability
• voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance and pet insurance.
• Commuter and Transit programs may also be available in certain markets.

GT is an EEO employer with an inclusive workplace committed to merit-based consideration and review without regard to an individual’s race, sex, or other protected characteristics and to the principles of non-discrimination on any protected basis.