Litigation Paralegal (Onsite)

Abramson Labor Group • Burbank, CA

5d • $30 - $45 • Onsite

About The Position

Abramson Labor Group is seeking an experienced Trial Paralegal to join its Employment Litigation department. The role supports attorneys throughout the civil litigation cycle, with a strong emphasis on hands-on trial preparation. The paralegal will take ownership of cases and help prepare civil employment matters for trial, working directly with attorneys and collaborating with legal staff and other departments.

The position is based onsite in Burbank, California. It is full-time, with compensation of $30 to $45 per hour depending on experience. Eligible employees receive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage and paid holidays.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of paralegal experience in a civil litigation environment.
• Strong knowledge of California civil court procedures, rules, and filing requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, and legal document management systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• An ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate, a bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to track deadlines, filing requirements, and case materials accurately.
• Ability to communicate proactively, remain calm under pressure, work independently, and collaborate professionally.

Nice To Haves

• Civil litigation trial preparation experience.
• Hands-on experience preparing trial exhibits, binders, jury instructions, and witness materials.
• Familiarity with California employment law matters, including discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, and wage-and-hour matters.
• Experience with e-filing platforms such as One Legal or File & ServeXpress, or similar platforms.
• Proficiency in case management software such as Clio or MyCase, or similar software.
• Bilingual English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize trial binders, exhibit lists, witness files, and other trial materials for civil employment cases.
• Draft, proofread, and file legal documents, including motions, pleadings, discovery requests and responses, and subpoenas.
• Manage discovery by propounding and responding to discovery, tracking deadlines, and organizing productions.
• Coordinate depositions, including scheduling, preparing outlines and summaries, and managing logistics.
• Conduct legal research and summarize findings to support attorney strategy.
• E-file documents with state and federal courts, manage court deadlines, and ensure compliance with local rules.
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, expert witnesses, and court staff.
• Maintain accurate, organized, accessible electronic and physical case files.
• Assist attorneys with jury instruction preparation, verdict form drafting, and trial timeline coordination.
• Support pretrial motions, including motions in limine, and track case-related statutes of limitations.

Benefits

• Medical insurance coverage for eligible employees.
• Dental insurance coverage for eligible employees.
• Vision insurance coverage for eligible employees.
• Paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level