Corporate Litigation and Employment Paralegal

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and organize litigation documents, including but not limited to pleadings, motions, subpoenas, discovery requests/responses, and correspondence.
• Assist with litigation case management, including litigation holds, e-discovery, subpoenas, filings, settlement agreements, trial preparation, and appeals.
• Assist with corporate and regulatory internal and external investigations.
• Support employment-related matters, including EEOC and state agency charges, internal employee complaints, workplace investigations, and employment litigation case management.
• Partner with HR and legal teams to collect and analyze employment records, assist in responses to agency inquiries, and help ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies.
• Oversee the third-party subpoena process for the legal department.
• Maintain accurate and organized case files and documentation.
• Conduct legal and factual research and summarize findings for attorney review; and summarize depositions, medical records, and other evidence.
• Support and assist in preparing attorneys and witnesses for depositions, hearings, mediations, administrative or other proceedings, and company meetings.
• Prepare and file documents with federal and state courts or various administrative agencies via electronic filing systems.
• Led or manage projects, assignments, and cross-functional initiatives, as assigned, ensuring accountability and timely follow-through.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum of 5 years of paralegal experience in corporate and litigation settings.
• Certifications: NALA or NFPA certification strongly preferred. Completion of a state bar registered paralegal program preferred but not required.
• Strong knowledge of litigation processes and court procedures.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and time management abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a high-paced work environment and adapt quickly to changing priorities.
• Professional disposition and strong communication skills for interaction with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgment and maintain confidentiality.