Litigation Paralegal Assistant

Snell & Wilmer; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package starting day

Medical, dental, vision

Disability and life insurance

401K and profit sharing

Paid holidays and vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Snell & Wilmer in Phoenix seeks a Paralegal Assistant to support the Litigation practice group. You will help with case files, discovery, and coordinating with attorneys and staff to move matters forward.

The role requires meticulous attention to detail, strong written and verbal communication, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Qualifications

• Must hold a BA degree and ABA-accredited paralegal certificate or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated accuracy and thoroughness in document handling.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-starter who can work independently with supervision when needed.

Responsibilities

• Case & document management: organize and maintain case files.
• Litigation support: assist in discovery, trial prep, and management.
• Quality control: ensure accuracy and compliance with firm standards.
• Legal research & analysis: review case law and statutes.
• Client & team coordination: foster strong attorney/staff collaboration.
• E-discovery & compliance: support e-discovery per rules.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Independence & initiative

Education

Baccalaureate degree and paralegal certificate (ABA-accredited)

Job description

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Litigation Paralegal Assistant Job Details

Snell & Wilmer is seeking a Paralegal Assistant to provide essential support to Paralegals and Attorneys within the Litigation practice group in the Phoenix office. This role involves assisting with complex litigation matters, maintaining case files, and ensuring smooth case management throughout all phases of litigation.

The hours for this position are from Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the office.

Position responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Case & Document Management: Organize and maintain case files, ensuring all documents are properly filed and accessible


• Litigation Support: Assist in discovery, trial preparation, and case management, including document collection, review, and production


• Quality Control: Conduct thorough quality checks on legal documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with firm standards


• Legal Research & Analysis: Assist in reviewing case law, statutes, and legal precedents relevant to commercial litigation


• Client & Team Coordination: Develop and maintain strong working relationships with attorneys, paralegals, and staff to facilitate seamless case progression


• E-Discovery & Compliance: Support e-discovery efforts, ensuring adherence to local and state rules of civil procedure

Experience And Qualifications

• Education: Baccalaureate degree and paralegal certificate from an ABA-accredited program (or a combination of education and experience)


• Attention to Detail: Strong analytical and organizational skills with the ability to produce high-quality, error-free work


• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Time Management: Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments in a fast-paced environment


• Independence & Initiative: A self-starter who can work independently with appropriate supervision while proactively seeking assistance when needed

Snell & Wilmer offers a competitive performance-based compensation and a generous benefits package starting on your first day. The benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401K/profit sharing, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement and paid time off including vacation time, personal time, and sick time where appropriate. Snell & Wilmer values the principles of Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.