Trial Paralegal

Abramson Labor Group•Burbank, CA

4d•$30 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

Abramson Labor Group is seeking an experienced Trial Paralegal to join their Employment Litigation department. This role is focused on civil trial preparation and requires a hands-on approach from the outset. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced trial preparation environment, take ownership of cases, and possess significant litigation experience. The position involves supporting attorneys throughout the litigation cycle, with a particular emphasis on trial preparation, and requires a proactive, detail-oriented, and team-oriented individual.

Requirements

Minimum 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 (Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal document management systems
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate, Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalent experience
Trial-ready — you know what it takes to prepare a case for court and you’ve done it before
Detail-obsessed — you track every deadline, every exhibit number, and every filing requirement
Proactive communicators — you keep attorneys and clients informed without being asked
Calm under pressure — litigation moves fast and you stay steady when it counts
Independently driven — you take ownership of your work and follow through without hand-holding
Team-oriented — you collaborate across attorneys, legal staff, and departments with professionalism

Nice To Haves

Civil litigation trial preparation experience — strongly preferred
Hands-on experience preparing trial exhibits, binders, jury instructions, and witness materials
Familiarity 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 plus

Responsibilities

Preparing and organizing trial binders, exhibit lists, witness files, and all trial materials for civil employment cases
Drafting, proofreading, and filing legal documents including motions, pleadings, discovery requests and responses, and subpoenas
Managing discovery processes: propounding and responding to discovery, tracking deadlines, and organizing productions
Coordinating depositions, including scheduling, preparing deposition outlines and summaries, and handling logistics
Conducting legal research and summarizing findings to support attorney strategy
E-filing documents with state and federal courts; managing court deadlines and ensuring compliance with local rules
Communicating professionally with clients, opposing counsel, expert witnesses, and court staff
Maintaining organized electronic and physical case files with accuracy and accessibility
Assisting attorneys with jury instruction preparation, verdict form drafting, and trial timeline coordination
Supporting pre-trial motions, including motions in limine, and tracking all case-related statutes of limitations