Litigation Paralegal jobs at Messner Reeves LLP

Adams & Martin Group has partnered with a well-established litigation practice to identify a Litigation & Practice Support Specialist for their Oakland office. This full-time hybrid position plays a critical role in supporting litigation attorneys while collaborating closely with the Practice Support team. The role requires at least two in-office days per week, with additional onsite presence as needed for trial preparation, technology setup, or other hands-on support. The organization fosters a collaborative, community-focused culture that values work-life balance, inclusion, and professional growth. Responsibilities Case & Trial Management Collect, organize, and maintain documents and physical evidence while preserving chain of custody Support filings and trial preparation tasks in coordination with paralegals and attorneys Assist in developing case timelines, chronologies, and witness materials Summarize legal documents to support attorney and paralegal case preparation Provide trial and deposition support, including audiovisual logistics and trial presentation setup eDiscovery & Litigation Support Manage multiple electronic discovery projects using Relativity and Everlaw, coordinating with internal teams and vendor partners Use TAR, ECA, analytics, and search filters to streamline document review workflows Oversee document production, prepare privilege logs, and manage large document repositories Serve as the primary point of contact for litigation support needs in the local office Collaboration & Leadership Partner with attorneys, Practice Support, and vendor teams to ensure high-quality deliverables Collaborate with paralegals to delegate and coordinate routine tasks to strengthen team capacity and ensure trial readiness Provide training and share knowledge on litigation support tools and best practices Contribute to department and firm projects as opportunities arise Support the success of the litigation team by performing additional duties or special projects as assigned Demonstrate flexibility during periods of high workload while maintaining alignment with department and firm goals Qualifications Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent technical training or litigation support experience At least 5 years of experience in litigation support, trial technology, or eDiscovery Ability to manage cases from start to finish 3-5 years of experience in Relativity; familiarity with Everlaw or other eDiscovery platforms Experience as a California paralegal is a plus Strong understanding of litigation workflows, trial support, and document technologies Ability to collaborate with cross-functional legal teams and train colleagues Strong organization, communication, and time-management skills Work Environment Full-time hybrid role based in the Oakland office Minimum two days onsite weekly; additional onsite days required during trial prep or hands-on support tasks Professional, team-oriented environment focused on high-quality litigation and eDiscovery support Flexibility required during high-demand litigation periods Culture emphasizes collaboration, inclusion, community, and work-life balance All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.