Trial Paralegal

Talon Hiring Solutions has a client in the greater Nashville, TN area seeking an experienced Trial Paralegal / Trial Technologist to support complex litigation matters from initial case investigation through trial, post-trial proceedings, and appeal. This role combines comprehensive litigation support with hands-on courtroom technology expertise, including managing evidence presentation and overseeing trial war room operations. The ideal candidate has extensive trial experience, proficiency with OnCue trial presentation software, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment. Candidates must be comfortable with local and nationwide travel and working extended hours as needed during trial. What You'll Do: Courtroom Technology & Trial Support Serve as the primary trial technologist, managing courtroom evidence and exhibit presentations throughout trial. Set up, configure, and operate OnCue trial presentation software to ensure accurate, seamless evidence display. Establish and manage the trial war room, including technology infrastructure, exhibit organization, and workflow coordination. Configure and troubleshoot courtroom audiovisual equipment, monitors, display systems, and related technology. Coordinate courtroom technology requirements and setup protocols with court staff, opposing counsel, and trial teams. Partner closely with trial attorneys to prepare and present evidence, exhibits, and deposition testimony. Travel locally and nationwide to support trials at various venues. Litigation & Case Management Support cases throughout the litigation lifecycle, including discovery, depositions, trial preparation, post-trial proceedings, and appeals. Draft routine legal documents, including notices of appearance, pro hac vice motions, motions for extension of time, motions for default, deposition notices, and subpoenas. Maintain litigation calendars, tracking court dates, hearings, discovery deadlines, and other critical dates. Organize, analyze, index, and maintain electronic and hard-copy case files, documents, and exhibits. Prepare deposition materials, witness preparation documents, exhibit binders, and deposition designations. Maintain deposition records in Opus2 and create and update trial exhibit and deposition designation databases. Assist with pre-trial and post-trial briefs, document productions, redactions, copying, and Bates stamping. Cite-check exhibits, legal authorities, briefs, and legal memoranda for accuracy and completeness. Conduct internet-based legal research and retrieve case law through Westlaw as needed. Maintain working knowledge of federal and state court procedures, e-filing systems, and jurisdiction-specific requirements. Communicate professionally and effectively with attorneys, colleagues, clients, court personnel, and other stakeholders while handling confidential information appropriately. What You'll Bring: Bachelor's degree with ABA-approved paralegal certification or an associate's or bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies preferred. At least 7 years of litigation paralegal experience . At least 5 years of trial experience , including hands-on courtroom support and evidence presentation. Required proficiency with OnCue trial presentation software. Experience managing deposition databases, preferably Opus2. Strong knowledge of the litigation lifecycle, including discovery, pre-trial preparation, trial, post-trial proceedings, and appeals. Thorough understanding of federal and state court procedures, e-filing requirements, and litigation deadlines. Excellent organizational, proofreading, analytical, and document-management skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with attorneys and stakeholders at all levels. Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot technology issues in a live courtroom environment. Ability to manage multiple cases and projects while adapting to changing priorities and tight deadlines. Professional discretion when handling confidential and sensitive legal information. Willingness and ability to travel locally and nationwide as required. Flexibility to work moderate to heavy overtime, including extended hours during trial. #J-18808-Ljbffr Talon Hiring Solutions