Litigation Paralegal

A bit about us

Our firm is a nationally recognized U.S.

-based law firm serving clients across highly regulated industries, including insurance, financial services, and professional services. We provide strategic, full-spectrum legal solutions—from litigation and dispute resolution to transactional, advisory, and regulatory compliance work.

Our strength lies in combining deep industry knowledge with a collaborative, forward-thinking culture where professionals are empowered to grow, contribute, and make an impact.

At our firm, paralegals are valued as essential members of the legal team—not just support staff. You’ll work alongside experienced attorneys on sophisticated, high-impact matters while gaining hands-on exposure to complex litigation and regulatory work.

We offer:

• Meaningful responsibility and client-facing opportunities
• Clear paths for professional growth and skill development
• A collaborative, team-oriented environment
• Competitive compensation and benefits

Our San Francisco office is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys handling insurance defense and general civil litigation matters. This role requires a highly organized, detail-oriented professional who can independently manage cases from inception through mediation, arbitration, and trial.

The Litigation Paralegal will conduct legal research, investigate facts, prepare legal documents, manage discovery, coordinate trial preparation, and ensure compliance with court rules and client guidelines. This role requires strong technical proficiency, analytical skills, and hands‑on trial experience.

• Manage and review case files from inception through mediation, arbitration, and trial
• Perform e‑filing in State and Federal courts (including PACER)
• Draft and prepare subpoenas for depositions and document production
• Prepare initial discovery (interrogatories, requests for production, requests for admissions)
• Draft discovery responses, coordinate document productions, and prepare privilege logs
• Monitor and calendar deadlines to ensure timely filings and responses
• Prepare attorneys for depositions and draft deposition summaries/abstracts
• Research, vet, and coordinate with subject matter experts
• Draft and prepare pleadings, briefs, factual chronologies, medical chronologies, agreements, deposition materials, and trial binders
• Organize and index case files and original legal documents
• Investigate facts and gather supporting documentation as requested
• Record and maintain billable time in compliance with client guidelines
• Support trial preparation, including:
• Preparing trial subpoenas
• Organizing trial notebooks
• Creating exhibit and witness lists
• Coordinating witness scheduling and management
• Preparing and manipulating electronic and physical exhibits
• Attend trial as needed and provide on‑site litigation support

• Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • Minimum of five (5) years of general civil litigation experience required
  • Experience in insurance defense and complex litigation matters such as medical malpractice, construction defect, and products liability strongly preferred
  • Prior trial preparation and trial attendance experience required
  • 3 days in office, 2 days work‑from‑home
• Technical Proficiency:
  • Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point
  • Adobe Acrobat Pro
  • Internet research tools
  • Lexis Nexis
  • PACER
  • Relativity
  • Sanction, Trial Director, and/or Trial Pad
  • Experience with exhibit manipulation software
  • State and Federal court e‑filing systems
• Core Competencies:
  • Strong written communication skills with the ability to draft, edit, and proofread legal documents
  • Clear and effective oral communication skills
  • Analytical thinking with the ability to synthesize complex information
  • Strong problem‑solving skills and sound judgment
  • High attention to detail and commitment to quality
  • Ability to work independently and take initiative
  • Dependable, responsive, and willing to work additional hours when needed
  • Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism
  • Accurate and timely timekeeping in compliance with client requirements

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