Litigation Paralegal (SF or NY)

Scion Legal Staffing; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Salary range $85,000-$150,000

Job summary

Scion Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for an experienced Litigation Paralegal for a sophisticated law firm. This role supports complex class action litigation through discovery, depositions, hearings, and trial, with a hybrid work environment offering one remote day per week and four days in-office.

The ideal candidate will manage case files, deadlines, filings, and document preparation across all phases of litigation, exercising sound judgment in a fast-paced setting while

Qualifications

• 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience
• Strong understanding of litigation procedures and federal filing requirements
• Hands-on e-discovery, document management and litigation tech experience
• Proven proofreading, editing and deadline-management skills
• Proactive, collaborative professional with strong judgment and discretion

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive litigation support through all phases of active matters
• Manage case files, deadlines, calendars, court dates, meetings and related information
• Prepare, format, proofread and finalize pleadings, motions, briefs and discovery materials
• Coordinate filing and service of legal documents in compliance with rules and deadlines
• Support discovery and document management processes including review and production
• Assist with deposition, hearing, mediation and trial preparation with exhibits and witness materials
• Conduct factual research and assist attorneys with litigation-related research
• Coordinate with attorneys and team to ensure progress of matters
• Independently manage multiple priorities with high accuracy and attention to detail

Skills

Litigation paralegal

Bluebook

e-discovery

MS Word

Adobe

Westlaw

Tools

NetDocuments

Tabs3

Everlaw

Job description

Scion Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for an experienced Litigation Paralegal on behalf of a highly respected and established law firm. This is a confidential opportunity to join a sophisticated legal team supporting complex and high-stakes litigation matters. This role offers a hybrid work environment with a combination of regular in-office collaboration and remote flexibility.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Our client is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to provide comprehensive support to attorneys and legal teams throughout all stages of litigation. This individual will play a key role in case management, document preparation, discovery coordination, court filings, deadline management, and hearing and trial preparation.

The ideal candidate is a proactive, highly organized litigation professional who can independently manage complex assignments, exercise sound judgment, and thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. This is an excellent opportunity to take meaningful ownership of sophisticated litigation projects while working closely with an experienced team.

PERKS:

• Competitive compensation ranging from $85,000-$150,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications
• Hybrid schedule offering one remote workday per week and four days of in-office collaboration
• Opportunity to support sophisticated, complex class action litigation through discovery, depositions, hearings, and trial
• High-impact position with meaningful ownership of case administration, e-discovery, federal filings, and litigation projects
• Collaborative, team-oriented environment offering exposure to experienced attorneys and sophisticated litigation matters

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide comprehensive litigation support throughout all phases of active matters
• Manage case files, deadlines, calendars, court dates, meetings, and other critical case-related information
• Prepare, format, proofread, revise, and finalize pleadings, motions, briefs, correspondence, discovery materials, and other legal documents
• Coordinate the filing and service of legal documents while ensuring compliance with applicable rules, procedures, and deadlines
• Support discovery and document management processes, including the organization, review, and production of case materials
• Assist with deposition, hearing, mediation, and trial preparation, including the preparation and organization of exhibits, witness materials, and other supporting documents
• Conduct factual research and assist attorneys with litigation-related research projects
• Coordinate with attorneys and internal team members to ensure matters and assignments progress efficiently
• Independently manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional accuracy and attention to detail

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience, ideally supporting complex, high-volume litigation matters
• Strong understanding of litigation procedures, federal court filing requirements, document preparation, and Bluebook citation standards
• Hands-on experience with e-discovery, document management, and litigation technology; proficiency with Microsoft Word and Adobe required, with experience using platforms such as NetDocuments, Tabs3, Everlaw, and Westlaw highly valued
• Exceptional proofreading, editing, organizational, and deadline-management skills with the ability to independently manage multiple sophisticated assignments
• Proactive, resourceful, and collaborative professional with strong judgment, discretion, communication skills, and the flexibility to support extended hours when required by case demands

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

This position offers an annual salary range of $85,000-$150,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and overall alignment with the role. The position follows a hybrid schedule of four days in office and one day remote, with standard office hours of Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Scion Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent.

For opportunities located in a region that has enacted fair-chance, arrest-, or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.