Trial Paralegal

Role Overview

The Litigation Paralegal supports attorneys in all phases of mass tort litigation in state and federal courts. This role is fast-paced and detail-driven, requiring strong organizational skills, litigation experience, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines while collaborating closely with attorneys, paralegals, and case assistants

Salary:

$30.00-$40.00 per hour

Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as location, skills, experience, and qualifications for the role.

Key Responsibilities

The Big Picture

• Provide comprehensive litigation support throughout the lifecycle of mass tort cases, from discovery through trial and post-trial motions.
• Manage case materials, deadlines, and court filings to ensure compliance with procedural rules and litigation timelines.
• Serve as a key liaison between attorneys, clients, experts, and external vendors.

Specific Tasks

Litigation Support

• Assist attorneys with preparation for hearings, depositions, and trials, including drafting and organizing trial materials, coordinating expert witnesses, and preparing clients for key meetings and testimony.
• Support depositions and discovery by summarizing transcripts, managing key documents, and ensuring timely follow-up on requests.
• Provide trial support by managing witnesses, exhibits, pretrial materials, and logistics.
• Prepare and organize materials for expert witness review.

Case Management & Calendaring

• Communicate regularly with clients regarding case status and requests.
• Calendar and track all deadlines, hearings, and court dates.
• Identify, track, and manage case-related deadlines using electronic calendaring systems.
• Upload and maintain client and case information in case management databases.

Document Management & Discovery

• Manage electronic information, document review, and production, including bates-stamping, scanning, coding, and searching.
• Create and maintain privilege logs.
• Prepare trial exhibits and organize client documents.
• Review, analyze, and organize files for document productions.

Court Filings & Legal Drafting

• Handle court filings, discovery responses, deposition notices, and related litigation documents.
• Draft legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings.
• Format and finalize complex legal briefs, including tables of authorities and tables of contents, in compliance with court rules.
• Manage CM/ECF and PACER filings and coordinate service of pleadings and subpoenas.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a litigation paralegal or in a similar role.
• Paralegal certificate or qualification under California Business & Professions Code 6450.
• Strong preference for plaintiff-side mass torts or personal injury experience.
• Experience managing cases from pre-litigation through post-trial motions.
• Proficiency with case management software and legal research platforms.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with e-discovery and legal software, including ShareFile, PACER, CaseAnywhere, Westlaw, Everlaw, FileVine, and OneLegal.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly detail-oriented, organized, reliable, and able to manage multiple time-sensitive projects under tight deadlines.

Competencies

1. Performance & Contributions: Consistently delivers quality results and meets or exceeds job requirements.
2. Collaboration & Communication: Works effectively with colleagues and communicates clearly.
3. Initiative: Proactively takes action to achieve results.
4. Professional Growth & Development: Demonstrates ongoing professional growth and seeks opportunities for development.
5. Team Performance & Cohesion: Builds a cohesive and high-performing team.

Additional Information

• Fast-paced litigation environment with strict deadlines.
• May require extended hours during trial preparation and active litigation phases.

Benefits

At Singleton Schreiber, we value the hard work and dedication of our team, and we’re proud to offer a benefits package that reflects that commitment. Our goal is to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance through a wide range of meaningful perks:

• 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
• $50,000 in life insurance provided at no cost
• 401(k) plan with 6% dollar-for-dollar employer match after probationary period
• Generous paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or fostering
• Dependent care reimbursement up to $3,500/month
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Up to $5,000 Infertility Treatment reimbursement and
• Up to $5,250/year in tuition reimbursement for professional development
• Monthly commuter reimbursement up to $100 for public transportation
• Home office reimbursement: $150 for a desk, $150 for a chair (one-time)
• $25 work-from-home allowance each pay period for hybrid and remote staff
• State bar and approved professional association dues covered
• $30 Grubhub lunch credit every first Friday of the month
• Community engagement support: matching donations to 501(c)(3) nonprofits and encouragement of volunteer time

Nondiscrimination Statement

Singleton Schreiber, LLP is an equal opportunity employer. Selection of candidates will be based solely on merit without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and religious grooming), sex (including pregnancy, perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity (including transgender identity and transitioning), gender expression and sex stereotyping, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition or information (including genetic information), family care or medical leave status, military caregiver status, military status, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking, enrollment in a public assistance program, engaging in protected communications regarding employee wages, requesting a reasonable accommodation on the basis of disability or bona fide religious belief or practice, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws.