We are working with a highly respected national law firm that is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join its San Francisco office. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned litigation professional looking to support attorneys and senior paralegals on complex employment litigation matters while playing a key role in case management, legal research, trial preparation, and litigation support.
Position: Paralegal - Employment Litigation
Location: San Francisco, CA
Schedule: Full-Time | Hybrid
This role offers the opportunity to join a collaborative and growing employment litigation practice where paralegals are deeply involved in all phases of litigation. The position provides substantive legal work, direct attorney interaction, and the chance to contribute to high-level matters from inception through trial.
* 6+ years of paralegal experience, preferably supporting employment litigation matters
* Strong litigation case management and calendaring experience
* Experience drafting and preparing legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence
* Trial, mediation, and deposition preparation experience preferred
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, LexisNexis, Westlaw, document management systems, and billing software
* Paralegal certificate or degree preferred
* Conduct legal research and factual investigations to support attorneys on active matters
* Review, analyze, and summarize legal documents and records
* Draft pleadings, complaints, declarations, affidavits, correspondence, and other legal documents
* Organize, maintain, and index litigation and case files
* Determine, monitor, and calendar court deadlines and key litigation dates
* Prepare and file pleadings and related documents with courts
* Assist attorneys with deposition preparation and coordination
* Communicate with witnesses, experts, and other parties involved in litigation matters
* Prepare materials and exhibits for mediations, hearings, and trials
* Provide trial support and assist attorneys during trial proceedings
* Compile legal research and case-related information for attorney review
* Coordinate scheduling and litigation logistics
* Enter billing and expense information accurately and timely
* Minimum 6 years of paralegal experience required
* Employment litigation experience strongly preferred
* Paralegal certificate or degree from an accredited college or university preferred
* Strong understanding of litigation procedures, court rules, and filing requirements
* Exceptional organizational and deadline-management skills
* Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
* Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, LexisNexis, Westlaw, document management systems, and billing platforms
The ideal candidate is a proactive, detail-oriented litigation paralegal who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys taking ownership of complex matters. They will possess strong legal research, drafting, and calendaring skills, have experience supporting attorneys through all stages of litigation, and be confident managing multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and professionalism.
If you are an experienced litigation paralegal seeking an opportunity with a respected law firm that values collaboration, professional growth, and substantive legal work, we would love to speak with you.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.