Litigation Paralegal – Complex Civil Litigation

Orion Placement; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Hybrid schedule

Excellent benefits

Job summary

Orion Placement is seeking a civil litigation defense paralegal to support attorneys from case inception through trial in a collaborative, client-focused firm. The role requires 3+ years of civil litigation experience, familiarity with trial prep, and strong research skills.

You will handle discovery, document review, pleadings, subpoenas, and deposition prep while coordinating calendars and deadlines. Hybrid schedule with one WFH day per week is available.

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Civil litigation

Paralegal

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Paralegal Certificate

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

PACER

MS Office

Job description

• 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.