Senior Litigation Paralegal

Job Description Job Description The Senior Litigation Paralegal will support the Firm’s various departments in coordinating all aspects of on-site trials, arbitrations, and mediations. This role requires close collaboration with internal teams to define, communicate, and implement requirements for trials, hearings, arbitrations, mediations, and the discovery process.

The ideal candidate is solutions-oriented, highly analytical, and excels in building effective working relationships while demonstrating strong communication skills. Responsibilities: Assist attorneys in the New York, Washington, and California offices with case management and trial/hearing preparation, including document organization, witness preparation, and exhibit management. Coordinate with expert witnesses, clients, vendors, and opposing counsel throughout case preparation and trial/hearing proceedings.

Oversee trial/hearing logistics, collaborating with internal departments (Information Technology, Litigation Technology, Office Operations, etc.) and external vendors to set up on-site and off-site operations. Plan and execute off-site trial setups, including pre-trial site assessments and post-trial breakdowns. Serve as a key support member during trial/hearings, managing exhibits, logistics, and courtroom technology.

Arrange travel accommodations, including hotel bookings, offsite meeting spaces, and courthouse/arbitration workspaces. Conduct legal research, draft case summaries, and maintain case-related databases. Provide post-trial support, including preparing post-trial briefings, settlement documentation, and organizing final case materials.

Ensure strict confidentiality and compliance with legal procedures and court rules. Assist in trial budget development and tracking. Gather and maintain best practices for trial protocols.

Provide additional paralegal support to case teams, including drafting and filing pleadings, managing discovery documents, and collaborating with the Firm’s Discovery Group and Managing Attorney Office on e-discovery and filing procedures. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program. Minimum of 6 years of experience as a litigation paralegal with significant trial/hearing and courtroom/arbitration experience.

Proficiency in legal software and e-discovery tools (e.g., Westlaw, Lexis, Relativity, Case Notebook, CaseMap, TrialDirector). Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, with the ability to work independently and produce high-quality, accurate work. Excellent attention to detail, written and verbal communication, organization, problem-solving, and time management skills. Ability to perform under pressure, manage multiple deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.

Willingness to work extensive overtime and travel as needed, especially during trials. Ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Please apply now for consideration. ELS Consilio Direct Hire Division staff’s positions for Consilio clients and does not staff for internal corporate positions Consilio. Please refer to www.consilio.com to view job opportunities within our company.

Consilio, LLC is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Company Description We work with top law firms, associations and corporations to connect professionals to jobs they can't find anywhere else.

The recruiters at Consiliio, LLC are vested in taking the time to get to know each candidate and finding the right match for each individual.

Our extensive industry knowledge is a resource that we share with every candidate to help prepare for each step of the interview process and negotiate the best possible salary. In working with us, you are able to have direct access to hundreds of hiring decision makers in the country. Company Description We work with top law firms, associations and corporations to connect professionals to jobs they can't find anywhere else.

The recruiters at Consiliio, LLC are vested in taking the time to get to know each candidate and finding the right match for each individual.

Our extensive industry knowledge is a resource that we share with every candidate to help prepare for each step of the interview process and negotiate the best possible salary. In working with us, you are able to have direct access to hundreds of hiring decision makers in the country.