Litigation Paralegal

Litigation ParalegalAbramson Labor Group is a leading employment and workers' compensation law firm dedicated to advocating for employees' rights. Based in Burbank, CA, we are determined in representing workers who have faced discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, wage disputes, and workplace injuries. Our team is committed to providing top-tier legal representation with a client-focused approach, ensuring that every case receives the attention and expertise it deserves.At Abramson Labor Group, we foster a dynamic and collaborative work environment where professionals can grow while making a meaningful impact in the lives of our clients. If you are passionate about employment law and workers' rights, we invite you to join our dedicated team.Job DescriptionWe're looking for an experienced Trial Paralegal to join our Employment Litigation department and play a hands-on role in civil trial preparation from day one. This is not a back-office, file-management position — it's a role for someone who thrives in the energy of trial prep, takes ownership of their cases, and brings real litigation experience to the table.If you have a background in civil litigation and trial preparation — and you want to do meaningful work alongside passionate employment attorneys — we want to meet you. Civil litigation trial preparation experience is strongly preferred.You'll be embedded in our Employment Litigation team, working directly with attorneys to support all phases of the litigation cycle — with an emphasis on trial preparation. Your responsibilities will include:Preparing and organizing trial binders, exhibit lists, witness files, and all trial materials for civil employment casesDrafting, proofreading, and filing legal documents including motions, pleadings, discovery requests and responses, and subpoenasManaging discovery processes: propounding and responding to discovery, tracking deadlines, and organizing productionsCoordinating depositions, including scheduling, preparing deposition outlines and summaries, and handling logisticsConducting legal research and summarizing findings to support attorney strategyE-filing documents with state and federal courts; managing court deadlines and ensuring compliance with local rulesCommunicating professionally with clients, opposing counsel, expert witnesses, and court staffMaintaining organized electronic and physical case files with accuracy and accessibilityAssisting attorneys with jury instruction preparation, verdict form drafting, and trial timeline coordinationSupporting pre-trial motions, including motions in limine, and tracking all case-related statutes of limitationsWe care about who you are as much as what you know. The strongest candidates for this role are:Trial-ready — you know what it takes to prepare a case for court and you've done it beforeDetail-obsessed — you track every deadline, every exhibit number, and every filing requirementProactive communicators — you keep attorneys and clients informed without being askedCalm under pressure — litigation moves fast and you stay steady when it countsIndependently driven — you take ownership of your work and follow through without hand-holdingTeam-oriented — you collaborate across attorneys, legal staff, and departments with professionalismQualificationsRequired:Minimum 2+ years of paralegal experience in a civil litigation environmentStrong knowledge of California civil court procedures, rules, and filing requirementsProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal document management systemsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsABA-approved Paralegal Certificate, Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent experienceStrongly Preferred:Civil litigation trial preparation experience — strongly preferredHands-on experience preparing trial exhibits, binders, jury instructions, and witness materialsFamiliarity with California employment law matters (discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, wage & hour)Experience with e-filing platforms (One Legal, File & ServeXpress, or similar)Proficiency in case management software (Clio, MyCase, or similar)Bilingual in English and Spanish a plusAdditional InformationBenefitsOur law firm offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance coverage and paid holidays.DepartmentLitigation (Employment Law)Employment TypeFull TimeLocationBurbank, CAWorkplace typeOn-SiteCompensation$30- $45 hourly rate depending on experience