Litigation Paralegal - Complex Civil Litigation

Orionplacement; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orionplacement is seeking a Civil Litigation Defense Paralegal in Atlanta, Georgia. In this role, you will support attorneys throughout all phases of civil litigation from inception through trial, managing crucial documents and deadlines.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience, strong knowledge of litigation procedures, and excellent organizational skills. Enjoy benefits like profit sharing and a hybrid work schedule with one work-from-home day each week.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of civil litigation defense paralegal experience.
• Experience supporting litigation in a law firm.
• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures, discovery, and trial preparation.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys in complex civil litigation from case inception to trial.
• Manage discovery, document review, and draft legal documents.
• Conduct legal and factual research using various legal tools.

Skills

Civil litigation defense

Document review

Legal research

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Paralegal Certificate

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

PACER

Microsoft Office

Job description

Pay: $68,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a highly respected litigation team handling sophisticated and challenging civil litigation matters.
• Work closely with experienced attorneys on complex cases from inception through trial.
• Take on meaningful responsibilities with opportunities to expand your litigation expertise.
• Be part of a collaborative, supportive culture that values professionalism, teamwork, and career growth.
• Enjoy a competitive benefits package, profit sharing, and a hybrid schedule with one work-from-home day each week.

Location: Atlanta, Georgia. Hybrid schedule with one work-from-home day per week. Relocation assistance is not available.

Note: Candidates must have at least 3 years of civil litigation defense paralegal experience. Experience supporting litigation in a law firm environment is required.

About Us

We are a collaborative, client-focused law firm dedicated to delivering exceptional legal representation on sophisticated litigation matters. Our team values excellence, innovation, professionalism, and outstanding client service while fostering an environment where talented legal professionals can grow and succeed. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Support attorneys through all phases of complex civil litigation from case inception through trial.
• Manage discovery, document review, and document productions.
• Draft and proofread pleadings, discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, and legal correspondence.
• Prepare deposition summaries, trial binders, exhibit lists, and witness files.
• Conduct legal and factual research using Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER, and other legal research tools.
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation, hearings, legal research, and brief organization.
• Maintain litigation calendars and monitor critical court deadlines.
• Communicate professionally with clients, experts, opposing counsel, and litigation vendors.
• Organize case files and provide proactive litigation support in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of civil litigation defense paralegal experience.
• Experience supporting litigation in a law firm.
• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures, discovery, and trial preparation.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Paralegal Certificate preferred.
• Experience with Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER, and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent organizational, communication, writing, and time management skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines while working independently and collaboratively.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You’ll join a supportive, high-performing legal team where your contributions are valued and your professional growth is encouraged. We offer meaningful work, collaborative attorneys, excellent benefits, profit sharing, and hybrid flexibility that supports both career success and work-life balance.

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Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance