Trial Paralegal

Abramson Labor Group is a leading employment and workers' compensation law firm dedicated to advocating for employees' rights. Based in Burbank, CA, we represent workers facing discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, wage disputes, and workplace injuries. Our team provides top-tier legal representation with a client-focused approach, fostering a dynamic and collaborative work environment where professionals can grow while making a meaningful impact.

About the role

We’re looking for an experienced Trial Paralegal to join our Employment Litigation department and play a hands-on role in civil trial preparation from day one. This is a role for someone who thrives in the energy of trial prep, takes ownership of their cases, and brings real litigation experience to the table. Civil litigation trial preparation experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize trial binders, exhibit lists, witness files, and all trial materials for civil employment cases
• Draft, proofread, and file legal documents including motions, pleadings, discovery requests and responses, and subpoenas
• Manage discovery processes: propounding and responding to discovery, tracking deadlines, and organizing productions
• Coordinate depositions, including scheduling, preparing deposition 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 organized electronic and physical case files with accuracy and accessibility
• Assist attorneys with jury instruction preparation, verdict form drafting, and trial timeline coordination
• Support pre-trial motions, including motions in limine, and track all case-related statutes of limitations

Qualifications

• 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
• 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

Skills

• 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 communicator — 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

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Paid holidays

Pay

$30–$45 hourly rate depending on experience

Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Burbank, CA
Workplace type: On-Site