Litigation Paralegal - Civil Litigation
We are looking for an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join a supportive and collaborative legal team. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys staying organized, managing the details of active cases, and helping attorneys move matters forward from initial intake through discovery, mediation, arbitration, and trial.
You will work closely with attorneys, clients, courts, opposing counsel, expert witnesses, and other legal professionals. We are looking for someone who takes pride in producing accurate work, communicates well, and can manage multiple cases and deadlines without losing sight of the details.
What You’ll Do
- Provide comprehensive litigation support throughout all phases of civil litigation
- Draft, review, proofread, organize, and file pleadings, motions, discovery requests, discovery responses, subpoenas, correspondence, and other legal documents
- Conduct legal, factual, and case-law research using electronic and research resources
- Manage electronic and physical case files so documents are organized, accurate, and easily accessible
- Monitor court deadlines, statutes of limitations, scheduling orders, discovery deadlines, and other critical dates
- Maintain attorney calendars, litigation schedules, and case-management systems
- Coordinate document collection, review, production, and management during the discovery process
- Prepare deposition summaries, medical summaries, case chronologies, witness files, and other case materials
- Assist attorneys with preparation for depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials
- Prepare exhibits, trial notebooks, witness materials, demonstrative evidence, and courtroom materials
- File documents electronically in Oklahoma state and federal courts while ensuring compliance with court rules and filing procedures
- Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, expert witnesses, and third-party vendors
- Assist with client intake and provide responsive communication throughout the life of each case
- Support attorneys and other legal staff with administrative and case-related projects as needed
- Protect confidential client and case information at all times
What We’re Looking For
- Five or more years of litigation paralegal experience preferred
- Associate degree, paralegal certificate, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
- Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certification from an accredited program is a plus
- Knowledge of civil litigation procedures, court rules, discovery requirements, and legal filing procedures
- Experience using state and federal electronic court-filing systems
- Experience with legal case-management and document-management software
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and other Microsoft Office applications
- Strong legal research, writing, proofreading, and analytical abilities
- Excellent organization and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple cases, shifting priorities, and competing deadlines
- Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills
- Sound judgment and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
- Dependable attendance and a commitment to supporting attorneys, coworkers, and clients
- Ability to occasionally lift or move files, boxes, and trial materials weighing up to 25 pounds
Who Will Succeed in This Role
You will be a strong fit if you are dependable, approachable, and comfortable working independently while still being part of a team. We value employees who support their coworkers, communicate openly, and bring a positive attitude to the office. You should be able to take your work seriously without making the workplace feel overly formal or stuffy.
If you are an experienced civil litigation paralegal who enjoys case management, discovery, legal research, electronic court filing, and trial preparation, we would like to hear from you. Send your resume to eric.vetter@gogpac.com
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
