Job Title: Litigation Paralegal

Location: Phoenix, AZ 85004

Salary/Payrate: $75K–$95K annually + bonus + excellent benefits

Work Environment: Onsite with flexibility

Term: Permanent / Fulltime

Bachelor’s degree required: No (ABA Paralegal Certificate preferred)

Referral Fee: AMS will pay $1000 should the person you refer gets hired

JOB DESCRIPTION

Our client, a highly regarded law firm, is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys across all phases of litigation. This role is integral to the success of case teams and offers a strong growth opportunity for a detail-oriented, proactive professional who can manage multiple matters while maintaining a high level of organization and responsiveness.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the full lifecycle of litigation matters from inception through resolution
• Manage and organize case files, documents, and databases (physical and electronic)
• Monitor case progression and ensure deadlines are tracked and met
• Draft discovery documents and assist with motion practice
• Manage and track document productions and conduct document review and research
• Prepare exhibits and materials for depositions, hearings, and trial
• Handle state, federal, and administrative court filings
• Docket and track court deadlines
• Coordinate with attorneys, clients, experts, and vendors
• Anticipate attorney and client needs and proactively support case strategy
• Attend depositions, hearings, and trials as needed

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree OR equivalent combination of education and relevant legal experience
• ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate preferred
• 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience preferred
• Experience supporting federal, state, and administrative litigation
• Strong experience with discovery, trial preparation, and court filings
• Experience with Relativity (including searching and analytics) preferred
• Experience with iManage or similar document management systems preferred
• Prior law firm experience preferred

Additional Details:

• Billable requirement: 1550 hours annually
• Fast-paced, team-oriented environment with strong collaboration
• Excellent growth opportunity within the firm
• High level of professionalism and communication required
• Minimal travel