Litigation Paralegal

A dynamic San Francisco–based law firm is seeking a highly skilled Litigation Paralegal to support its busy civil litigation practice. This contract-to-hire opportunity offers hands-on involvement in all phases of litigation and the opportunity to work closely with attorneys on complex matters. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and experienced in managing case lifecycles from inception through trial in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive litigation support from case intake through trial and resolution

• Draft, review, and cite-check legal documents, including pleadings, discovery, and correspondence

• Manage case calendars, monitor deadlines, and ensure compliance with court rules and procedures

• Coordinate and assist with discovery, including document review, production, and organization

• Conduct legal research and summarize findings for attorney review

• Prepare exhibits, trial binders, and materials for hearings, depositions, mediations, and trial

• File documents in state and federal courts (including e-filing)

• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and vendors to support case progress

• Maintain and organize physical and electronic case files

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience as a litigation paralegal, preferably in civil litigation

• Strong understanding of litigation procedures, court rules, and filing requirements

• Experience managing discovery processes and trial preparation

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills with strong attention to detail

• Ability to manage multiple cases and competing deadlines effectively

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal software (e.g., Relativity, iManage, or similar)

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate preferred

• Ability to work onsite in San Francisco (hybrid flexibility may be available)

Why This Opportunity

• Contract-to-hire role with long-term growth potential

• Hands-on exposure to complex litigation matters

• Collaborative and supportive legal team environment

• Opportunity to develop advanced litigation and trial support skills

Compensation

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