Paralegal

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation matters from inception through trial and post-trial proceedings in state and federal court
• Draft, prepare, cite-check, and organize pleadings, discovery, subpoenas, and related legal correspondence
• Track and calculate deadlines under California, federal, and local court rules; maintain accurate case calendars
• Coordinate written discovery, document productions, and deposition preparation, including notices and subpoenas
• Prepare trial materials such as exhibit lists, witness lists, trial binders, and jury instructions
• Support courtroom proceedings, including exhibit management, witness coordination, and trial presentation technology
• Assist with post-trial motions and filings
• Support appellate work, including notices of appeal, briefing schedules, and appellate appendices
• Manage e-discovery and document review using litigation support platforms
• Utilize trial presentation software and other litigation technology tools
• Conduct procedural and legal research to ensure compliance with court rules and deadlines

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of complex litigation experience, including trial support (appellate experience preferred)
• Experience in California state and federal court practice required
• Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program or equivalent experience preferred
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Strong knowledge of California Civil Procedure, California Rules of Court, Federal Civil Procedure, and Federal Appellate Procedure
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and document management systems
• Experience with e-discovery platforms (e.g., Relativity, DISCO or similar) and trial presentation tools
• Strong technical aptitude and ability to learn new litigation systems quickly
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and deadline management
• Ability to handle high-volume, high-stakes litigation matters with accuracy and accountability

The Phoenix Group Advisors is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. We strive to attract talented individuals from all backgrounds and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.