Litigation Paralegal

Abramson Labor Group•Burbank, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Abramson Labor Group is seeking an experienced Trial Paralegal to join its Employment Litigation department in Burbank, California. The role supports attorneys throughout the civil litigation cycle, with an emphasis on preparing employment cases for trial. It is a hands-on position requiring ownership of case work and prior litigation experience, rather than a back-office file-management role. The paralegal will work directly with attorneys and collaborate with legal staff and other departments while communicating with clients, opposing counsel, expert witnesses, and court staff. The position includes preparing trial materials; drafting, proofreading, and filing legal documents; managing discovery, depositions, court deadlines, and case files; conducting legal research; and assisting with pretrial motions and trial coordination. The firm seeks someone detail-oriented, proactive, steady under pressure, independently driven, and professional in a team environment. This is a full-time, on-site position in Burbank, CA. Compensation is $30–$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.
ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate, a bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalent experience.

Nice To Haves

Civil litigation trial preparation experience is strongly preferred.
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 is a plus.

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 requests, tracking deadlines, and organizing productions.
Coordinate depositions, including scheduling, preparing outlines and summaries, and handling 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, and 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.