Litigation Paralegal

Porter Scott; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 41,328 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) matching

PTO and sick leave

Cell phone stipend

Incentive opportunities

Professional development

Social and wellness events

Hybrid work opportunities

Job summary

Porter Scott, based in Sacramento, CA, seeks an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys across a range of civil matters. The role focuses on organizing records, subpoenas, discovery, and trial materials within a collaborative litigation team.

Ideal candidates will have at least two years of paralegal experience in civil litigation, strong communication, and proficiency with MS Office, Adobe, and NetDocuments on a fast-paced schedule.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of litigation paralegal experience.
• Knowledge of California civil procedure, discovery rules, and deadlines.
• Experience preparing and managing discovery, subpoenas, medical records, and litigation support materials.
• Trial preparation experience preferred.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and time-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and legal document management systems such as NetDocuments or similar.

Responsibilities

• Review and summarize records and manage subpoenas.
• Coordinate experts and independent medical examinations.
• Assist with discovery and prepare deposition and trial materials.
• Help attorneys prepare for mediations, arbitrations, hearings and trial.
• Work with clients, vendors, experts and court personnel to keep matters moving.

Skills

Litigation support

California procedures

Discovery management

Trial preparation

Organization

Communication

Detail-oriented

Education

Two year degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat

NetDocuments

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Sacramento, CA 95815Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 2 Year DegreeSalary Range: $30.00 - $40.00 Hourly

For nearly 50 years, Porter Scott has been a trusted leader in civil litigation throughout California. Founded in 1976, our firm has built a reputation for excellence, integrity, and outstanding client service. As we approach our 50th anniversary, we remain committed to investing in our people, fostering a collaborative culture, and providing opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

We are currently seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional who enjoys being an integral part of the litigation process and working closely with attorneys on complex and challenging matters.

About the Role

As a Litigation Paralegal at Porter Scott, you will play a key role in supporting attorneys through all phases of litigation. You will work on a variety of matters, including public entity defense, employment, construction, professional liability, business litigation, and general civil litigation cases.

Your responsibilities will include reviewing and summarizing records, managing subpoenas, coordinating experts and independent medical examinations, assisting with discovery, preparing deposition and trial materials, and helping attorneys prepare for mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and trial. You will work closely with attorneys, clients, vendors, experts, and court personnel to ensure matters move forward efficiently and deadlines are consistently met.

This position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced litigation environment.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years of litigation paralegal experience, preferably in a civil litigation practice.
• Strong knowledge of California court procedures, discovery rules, and litigation deadlines.
• Experience preparing and managing discovery, subpoenas, medical records, and litigation support materials.
• Trial preparation experience preferred.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and time-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and legal document management systems such as NetDocuments or similar platforms.
• The ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• A commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work product and providing exceptional client service.

Why Porter Scott?

At Porter Scott, our paralegals are valued members of the litigation team. They are entrusted with meaningful responsibilities, work directly with attorneys on complex cases, and play an important role in achieving successful outcomes for our clients.

We believe in creating an environment where employees can build long-term careers. Our culture is collaborative, supportive, and team-oriented, with a strong emphasis on mentorship, professional development, and continuous learning. We recognize the importance of work-life balance and offer hybrid work opportunities for eligible employees in accordance with firm policy.

Compensation & Benefits

Porter Scott offers a competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications, along with a comprehensive benefits program designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees.

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with firm contributions and matching opportunities
• Generous paid time off and paid sick leave
• Monthly cell phone stipend
• Performance-based incentive opportunities tied to billable hour goals
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Firm-sponsored social and wellness events
• Hybrid work opportunities for eligible employees

Qualifications

• A minimum of two years of litigation paralegal experience.
• A paralegal certificate or qualifications consistent with California Business and Professions Code §6450.
• Strong knowledge of civil litigation procedures and deadlines.
• Experience reviewing and summarizing records.
• Experience preparing and managing subpoenas.
• Strong organizational and case management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• The ability to manage multiple assignments and competing priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and document management systems.

Experience in insurance defense, public entity defense, employment law, medical malpractice, or other civil litigation practice areas is highly desirable.