Litigation Paralegal

gtlaw; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Greenberg Traurig (GT) in Los Angeles seeks an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys from case onset through post-trial, with a largely remote workflow and required in-office collaboration. The role emphasizes meticulous document management, research, and trial preparation in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree (paralegal certificate preferred, Certified Paralegal a plus) and at least 7 years of litigation paralegal experience within a law

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required or equivalent experience.
• Paralegal studies certificate preferred.
• Certified Paralegal a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assists attorneys in all stages of litigation from onset through post-trial.
• Oversees organization of documents and case materials for efficient review.
• Assists with discovery, depositions, and responses to written discovery; prepares for expert discovery.
• Reviews and conducts document productions; tracks review progress and results.
• Performs legal research, including locating cases and statutes, and summarizes findings.
• Assists with law and motion practice, files briefings, and ensures proper service.
• Drafts pleadings, motions, notices and other court filings.
• Ensures compliance with procedural rules and citations; proofreading briefs and documents.
• Assists with trial preparation, prepares trial notebooks, coordinates witnesses and calendars.
• Supports post-trial filings including costs, sanctions, and potential appeals.

Skills

Communication

Remote work

Attention to detail

Client service

Drafting

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Paralegal certificate

Certified Paralegal

Tools

Westlaw

Lexis

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 Los Angeles office.

We are seeking a highly skilled professional who thrives in a fast-paced, business driven environment. Excellent communication skills are essential for collaborating effectively across teams and delivering exceptional client service. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong problem-solving skills, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and high-quality results in all aspects of their work. With a dedicated work ethic and a can-do attitude, you will take challenges with confidence and resilience. If you are someone who demonstrates initiative, adaptability, and innovation, we invite you to join our team.

This role will be based in our Los Angeles office, on a hybrid 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.

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. This is a Shared Services position which supports litigators throughout the firm in a largely remote manner. Candidate should also be flexible to work overtime as needed.

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
• Exceptional computer skills with the a

Education & Prior Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree required, Certificate in Paralegal studies from an accredited institution preferred; equivalent experience considered
• Certified Paralegal a plus
• Minimum of 7 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 a