Litigation Paralegal

Litigation Paralegal (Hybrid – Pittsburgh, PA)

Compensation: $70,000 – $100,000 base

A prestigious, nationally recognized law firm is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to join its Pittsburgh office on a hybrid basis. This is a high-impact role supporting complex litigation matters and working closely with attorneys throughout all phases of the case lifecycle.

Position Overview

The Litigation Paralegal will provide full-cycle support on active matters, from intake and discovery through trial and post-trial. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support attorneys through all phases of litigation, including investigation, discovery, trial, and post-trial proceedings
• Draft, review, and proofread legal documents including pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and correspondence
• Manage discovery processes, including document collection, review, and production
• Organize and maintain case files, exhibits, and evidence (both physical and electronic)
• Conduct legal research and summarize findings for attorney review
• Prepare for depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial, including exhibit binders and witness materials
• Coordinate with clients, experts, vendors, and opposing counsel regarding case logistics and scheduling
• Manage court filings, including e-filing in state and federal courts
• Track deadlines, maintain litigation calendars, and ensure compliance with court rules and procedures

Qualifications

• 3+ years of litigation paralegal experience in a law firm environment
• Experience supporting complex litigation matters and managing large document volumes
• Strong drafting experience (pleadings, motions, discovery)
• Familiarity with eDiscovery platforms such as Relativity, Concordance, or similar
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and document management systems
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Excellent communication skills; ability to work directly with attorneys, clients, and external parties

Additional Information:

Personal Time Off (PTO) is offered on an accrual basis up to 184 hours a year, 13 Paid Holidays, and up to 6 weeks of Paid Parental Leave. PTO and holiday hours are prorated based on hire date within the calendar year.

Paid Sick Leave

Benefit offerings for full-time employment include medical, dental, vision, term life and AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits, wellness plans, and a 401k plan

Annual discretionary bonus based on individual performance

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance