Trial Paralegal

Abramson Labor Group; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 85,962,000 - 128,943,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Job summary

Abramson Labor Group in Burbank, CA seeks an experienced Trial Paralegal to support the Employment Litigation team from day one. This role emphasizes hands-on trial preparation, document management, and collaboration with experienced attorneys.

The ideal candidate has civil litigation experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and a commitment to client advocacy in employment law cases. Full-time on-site position with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of paralegal experience in civil litigation.
• Strong knowledge of California civil court procedures, rules, and filing requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal document management systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate, Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize trial binders, exhibit lists, witness files, and all trial materials for civil employment cases.
• Draft, proofread, and file legal documents including motions, pleadings, discovery requests/responses, and subpoenas.
• Manage discovery processes: propounding and responding to discovery, tracking deadlines, and organizing productions.
• Coordinate depositions: scheduling, outlines, summaries, and logistics.
• Conduct legal research and summarize findings to support attorney strategy.
• E-file documents with state and federal courts; manage court deadlines and local rules.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Civil litigation

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Clio

MyCase

One Legal

File & ServeXpress

Job description

Abramson Labor Group is a leading employment and workers' compensation law firm dedicated to advocating for employees' rights. Based in Burbank, CA, we are determined in representing workers who have faced discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, wage disputes, and workplace injuries. Our team is committed to providing top-tier legal representation with a client-focused approach, ensuring that every case receives the attention and expertise it deserves.

At Abramson Labor Group, we foster a dynamic and collaborative work environment where professionals can grow while making a meaningful impact in the lives of our clients. If you are passionate about employment law and workers' rights, we invite you to join our dedicated team.

Job Description

We’re looking for an experienced Trial Paralegal to join our Employment Litigation department and play a hands-on role in civil trial preparation from day one. This is not a back-office, file-management position — it’s a role for someone who thrives in the energy of trial prep, takes ownership of their cases, and brings real litigation experience to the table.

If you have a background in civil litigation and trial preparation — and you want to do meaningful work alongside passionate employment attorneys — we want to meet you. Civil litigation trial preparation experience is strongly preferred.

You’ll be embedded in our Employment Litigation team, working directly with attorneys to support all phases of the litigation cycle — with an emphasis on trial preparation. Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and organizing trial binders, exhibit lists, witness files, and all trial materials for civil employment cases
• Drafting, proofreading, and filing legal documents including motions, pleadings, discovery requests and responses, and subpoenas
• Managing discovery processes: propounding and responding to discovery, tracking deadlines, and organizing productions
• Coordinating depositions, including scheduling, preparing deposition outlines and summaries, and handling logistics
• Conducting legal research and summarizing findings to support attorney strategy
• E-filing documents with state and federal courts; managing court deadlines and ensuring compliance with local rules
• Communicating professionally with clients, opposing counsel, expert witnesses, and court staff
• Maintaining organized electronic and physical case files with accuracy and accessibility
• Assisting attorneys with jury instruction preparation, verdict form drafting, and trial timeline coordination
• Supporting pre-trial motions, including motions in limine, and tracking all case-related statutes of limitations

We care about who you are as much as what you know. The strongest candidates for this role are:

• Trial-ready — you know what it takes to prepare a case for court and you’ve done it before
• Detail-obsessed — you track every deadline, every exhibit number, and every filing requirement
• Proactive communicators — you keep attorneys and clients informed without being asked
• Calm under pressure — litigation moves fast and you stay steady when it counts
• Independently driven — you take ownership of your work and follow through without hand-holding
• Team-oriented — you collaborate across attorneys, legal staff, and departments with professionalism

Qualifications

Required:

• Minimum 2+ years of paralegal experience in a civil litigation environment
• Strong knowledge of California civil court procedures, rules, and filing requirements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal document management systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate, Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalent experience

Strongly Preferred:

• Civil litigation trial preparation experience — strongly preferred
• Hands-on experience preparing trial exhibits, binders, jury instructions, and witness materials
• Familiarity with California employment law matters (discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, wage & hour)
• Experience with e-filing platforms (One Legal, File & ServeXpress, or similar)
• Proficiency in case management software (Clio, MyCase, or similar)
• Bilingual in English and Spanish a plus

Additional Information

Our law firm offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance coverage and paid holidays.

Department

Litigation (Employment Law)

Employment Type

Full Time

Location

Burbank, CA

Workplace type

On-Site

Compensation

$30- $45 hourly rate depending on experience