Paralegal - Civil Litigation

Location:  Phoenix, AZ

Compensation: $60,000 – $90,000+ Performance Incentives

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with 6% employer match , PTO, firm events

About the Firm

As a team, we cut through legal noise to propel individuals and businesses from being 'stuck' to moving forward.

At Resolvere Law, we are focused on delivering exceptional legal outcomes while building a high-performance team culture. We are building a firm where talented professionals can grow their career, expand their skillset, and contribute meaningfully to complex litigation matters.

We believe in hiring great people, investing in their development, and creating opportunities for advancement. This role is designed for a paralegal who wants to grow into a senior paralegal leadership role over time.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Civil Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys through all phases of litigation including pre-litigation, discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.

This role requires a highly organized, technology-savvy professional who can manage case documentation, assist with legal research, coordinate discovery, and support attorneys in preparing litigation materials.

Characteristics of a Successful Individual in This Role

• Thrive in litigation environments
• Enjoy solving complex legal problems and researching details
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Want to grow into a senior paralegal role
• Take pride in producing high-quality legal work

Successful candidates will be capable of billing approximately 1,600 hours annually while maintaining accuracy, efficiency, and strong attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities

• Litigation & Document Preparation
• Draft and prepare litigation documents including:
• Pleadings
• Motions
• Discovery requests and responses
• Declarations and affidavits
• Subpoenas
• Prepare attorney correspondence and pre-litigation demand letters
• Assist attorneys in drafting and organizing case materials
• Prepare document “shells” or near-final drafts for attorney review

Discovery & eDiscovery

• Manage document production and electronic discovery processes
• Utilize eDiscovery platforms such as:
• Logikcull
• Relativity
• Everlaw
• Process large data sets, deduplicate documents, and organize productions
• Apply Bates numbering and document tagging
• Assist attorneys with privilege review and document categorization

Case Management

• Maintain case files and litigation documentation
• Organize case materials for discovery, hearings, and trial
• Assist with preparation of exhibits and evidentiary materials
• Coordinate electronic exhibit submissions through court systems

Court Filing & Calendaring

• Perform electronic court filings
• Ensure compliance with court rules and filing procedures
• Assist with calendaring deadlines and case events
• Train or supervise legal assistants responsible for calendaring and filing

Legal Research

• Conduct legal research to support motion drafting and case development
• Assist attorneys with identifying legal authorities and precedents

Litigation Support

• Assist attorneys in preparing for hearings, depositions, and trials
• Organize exhibits and trial materials
• Prepare litigation notebooks and case summaries

Process & Operations

• Maintain the firm’s template library for litigation documents
• Update templates based on new legal arguments or procedural updates
• Assist with development and improvement of internal procedures and SOPs
• Support firm initiatives and operational improvements

Qualifications Experience

• 3+ years of civil litigation paralegal experience
• Experience supporting attorneys in litigation matters
• Experience with discovery management and litigation document preparation

Education (Preferred but not required)

• Paralegal certificate
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies or related field
• Equivalent practical litigation experience will be considered

Technical Skills

• Experience with eDiscovery tools (Logikcull, Relativity, Everlaw, or similar)
• Electronic court filing systems
• Legal document management systems
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and PDF tools

Professional Skills

• Exceptional organization and attention to detail
• Strong written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously
• Technology-savvy and adaptable to new legal tools
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person