Trial Litigation Paralegal

Schlichter Bogard; Missouri; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

A law firm is seeking a detail-oriented Trial Litigation Paralegal who excels in high-stakes trial preparation and courtroom support. The selected candidate will manage all phases of litigation from case assessment through trial, providing support for depositions and hearings, and coordinating trial technology. Ideal applicants have at least 3 years of paralegal experience in civil litigation, strong technical skills, and outstanding project management abilities. This role may require travel and extended hours during trials.

Qualifications

• Prior legal experience required, ideally with 3 years in civil litigation.
• Must have full cycle trial experience.
• Strong attention to detail and project management skills required.
• Demonstrated project management and organizational ability with attention to detail.
• Familiarity with federal court procedures and rules is preferred.
• Proficiency in grammar, proofreading, and transcription.
• Ability to work with people at all levels and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provides support for depositions, hearings, and trials with electronic preparation.
• Manages dockets and organizes trial notebooks and witness files.
• Operates trial presentation software and provides onsite support.
• Coordinate courtroom equipment and travel for local and out-of-state trials.
• Set up and manage trial technology, war room logistics, and exhibit preparation.
• Work extended hours during active trial periods and travel nationwide as needed.

Skills

Legal experience

Trial experience

Technical aptitude

Communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Civil litigation knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Trial Director

Job description

Schlichter Bogard is seeking a detail-oriented Trial Litigation Paralegal who thrives in high-stakes trial preparation and courtroom support. The ideal candidate will have proven experience managing all phases of litigation from initial case assessment through trial and post-trial proceedings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides support to prepare for depositions, hearings, and trials, including assistance with electronic preparation and presentation of trial exhibits and PowerPoint presentations.
• Obtains and organizes case materials daily.
• Possess a working knowledge of e-filing.
• Manages dockets and calendars deadlines.
• Organizes trial notebooks, prepares witness files, coordinates exhibit preparation, and provides comprehensive courtroom assistance.
• Serves as “hot-seat” operator at trial, providing real-time presentation of exhibits, depositions, and video evidence.
• Manages trial presentation software such as OnCue, TrialDirector, TrialPad, or equivalent platforms.
• Provides technical support to trial teams: prepares and troubleshoots presentation databases and software for use at trial and in war rooms; provides onsite support; operates presentation software and hardware during trial as needed; and assists with video clip creation, exhibit annotation, and PowerPoint presentations or other demonstrative exhibits and charts.
• Coordinates courtroom equipment rental and setup for local and out-of-state trials, and trial presentation services as needed.
• Sets up and manages all trial technology, courtroom equipment, and war room logistics.
• Works extended hours during active trial periods.
• Travels nationwide as needed as part of trial team.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Prior legal experience required (ideally a minimum of 3 years of paralegal or legal assistant experience in civil litigation).
• Must have trial experience (full cycle).
• Must have a strong technical aptitude, including hardware/software troubleshooting; must be able to independently manage courtroom technology (laptops, projectors, document cameras).
• Ability to remain calm and thoughtful in stressful situations.
• Demonstrated project management and organizational ability, with strong attention to detail.
• Strong knowledge of federal court procedures and rules.
• Proven aptitude to learn new software applications.
• Proficiency in grammar, proofreading, and transcription.
• Ability to work with people of all levels.
• Discretion with confidential and sensitive information and use of good judgment while prioritizing needs of the firm.
• Strong attention to detail, ability to balance multiple projects, and have strong time management skills.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
• An understanding of the methods, processes and requirements of civil litigation practice, including depositions, document repositories, discovery, and trial preparation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint is desired.
• Familiarity with Trial Director is a plus.
• Flexibility to travel and work extended or irregular hours as case demands require.
• Ability to work overtime, after hours or on weekends, when needed.