Litigation Paralegal

Orion Placement; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Employer in Sacramento, CA seeks a litigation paralegal to handle discovery through trial preparation. You will draft pleadings and motions, review and organize discovery, and support attorneys with factual investigations and case management.

This on-site role offers exposure to diverse civil matters and direct impact on case outcomes. Candidates must have ABA-approved paralegal certification or equivalent, 1+ year of experience, strong civil procedure knowledge, and excellent

Qualifications

• 1+ years of litigation paralegal experience.
• Paralegal certification from an ABA-approved program or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of civil procedure, pleadings, discovery, motions, and court filings.
• Strong legal research, writing, proofreading, and analytical skills.
• Excellent organization and ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and support staff.
• Strong judgment, professionalism, reliability, and attention to detail.
• Trial preparation experience is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys throughout all phases of civil litigation, including discovery, motions, case preparation, and trial.
• Draft pleadings, discovery responses, motions, memoranda, affidavits, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Review, organize, analyze, and summarize discovery and case materials.
• Conduct legal and factual research and prepare clear summaries for attorneys.
• Assist with client interviews, expert witness coordination, and factual investigations.
• Manage case files, deadlines, documentation, and litigation workflow.
• Prepare jury instructions, trial binders, exhibits, and other trial materials.
• Assist attorneys with preparation for and attendance at trials.
• Monitor case status, legal fees, litigation budgets, and project deadlines.
• Help keep attorneys and matters moving by proactively following up on deadlines, filings, and required information.
• Maintain confidential and sensitive information with a high level of professionalism.
• Assist with office procedures, special projects, and other litigation support needs.

Skills

Litigation paralegal

Civil procedure

Legal writing

Case management

Education

Paralegal certification (ABA-approved)

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Take ownership of meaningful litigation work from discovery through trial preparation.
• Work closely with experienced attorneys while playing a critical role in keeping cases organized, moving, and ready for key deadlines.
• Build hands-on experience drafting pleadings, motions, discovery responses, summaries, and other substantive legal documents.
• Gain exposure to a diverse range of clients and complex civil litigation matters.
• Join a collaborative team that values professionalism, accountability, strong communication, and high-quality work.
• Enjoy a role where your organization, judgment, and litigation skills have a direct impact on case outcomes and client service.

Location:

This is an on-site opportunity in Sacramento, California, offering close collaboration with attorneys and the legal support team throughout the litigation process.

Note:

Candidates must have 1+ years of directly relevant litigation paralegal experience and a paralegal certification from an ABA-approved training program or equivalent qualification. Strong civil procedure, discovery, drafting, case management, and organizational skills are essential.

About Us

We are an established law practice providing sophisticated litigation and transactional legal services to a diverse client base. Our team combines experienced legal counsel with responsive, personalized service and a practical approach to resolving complex matters efficiently. We value professionalism, collaboration, accountability, and excellent client service. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Support attorneys throughout all phases of civil litigation, including discovery, motions, case preparation, and trial.
• Draft pleadings, discovery responses, motions, memoranda, affidavits, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Review, organize, analyze, and summarize discovery and case materials.
• Conduct legal and factual research and prepare clear summaries for attorneys.
• Assist with client interviews, expert witness coordination, and factual investigations.
• Manage case files, deadlines, documentation, and litigation workflow.
• Prepare jury instructions, trial binders, exhibits, and other trial materials.
• Assist attorneys with preparation for and attendance at trials.
• Monitor case status, legal fees, litigation budgets, and project deadlines.
• Help keep attorneys and matters moving by proactively following up on deadlines, filings, and required information.
• Maintain confidential and sensitive information with a high level of professionalism.
• Assist with office procedures, special projects, and other litigation support needs.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of litigation paralegal experience.
• Paralegal certification from an ABA-approved program or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of civil procedure, pleadings, discovery, motions, and court filings.
• Strong legal research, writing, proofreading, and analytical skills.
• Excellent organization and ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and support staff.
• Strong judgment, professionalism, reliability, and attention to detail.
• Trial preparation experience is highly valued.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You'll be trusted with substantive work that directly supports attorneys and clients rather than being limited to administrative tasks. Our team values people who take ownership, stay organized, communicate well, and enjoy solving problems. This is an excellent opportunity to deepen your civil litigation experience, expand your trial preparation skills, and become an important part of a collaborative legal team.