Litigation Paralegal

Objective: This position is responsible for providing litigation support to NFC’s attorneys. NFC expects that this position will be held by a highly motivated individual who excels in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment that values top-quality work and positive contributions to the workplace.

Location: Hybrid – work in NFC’s San Francisco, CA office a minimum of two (2) days per week. During the first year, the position offers significant remote flexibility, with access to a shared office space in San Francisco’s downtown financial district available as needed. After the first year, the position will transition to NFC’s standard hybrid model (which is subject to change), with in-office days every Wednesday, and a second day on either Tuesday or Thursday. Must be flexible and willing to work in person for additional days as needed for coverage and/or other business needs.

Hours: Monday – Friday (8:30AM – 5:00PM); limited overtime as needed

Reports to: Director of Litigation Support Services

Classification: Non-Exempt Position

Essential Functions:

• Develop and maintain detailed case chronologies and fact summaries.
• Draft and respond to written discovery (Interrogatories, Requests for Production, Requests for Admission).
• Prepare and serve subpoenas.
• Coordinate document collection, review, redaction, Bates stamping, and production.
• Prepare and maintain privilege logs and document indexes.
• Manage litigation databases.
• Electronic discovery litigation support, including ESI document collection and storage/maintenance; perform data searches; and review, tag, redact, and prepare electronic documents for production.
• Assist with locating and contacting witnesses; coordinate, prepare for, and participate in witness interviews; draft witness statements and declarations; coordinate and assist with preparation of witness testimony.
• Prepare deposition exhibits, summaries, and witness files.
• Gather and organize supporting documentation for motions and court filings.
• Prepare mediation briefs, binders, and documentation.
• Compile and manage trial exhibits, trial binders, and provide on-site trial support.
• Conduct legal and factual research using Westlaw and public record databases.
• Coordinate with clients, experts, vendors, and internal team members.
• Provide direction to Litigation Assistants and support team workflow efficiency.
• Track billable time accurately and maintain confidentiality standards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned, including any legal or administrative support.

Skills Required

• At least 7+ years of Paralegal experience
• Strong understanding of law firm procedures and requirements
• Strong understanding of relevant court rules and legal proceedings
• Excellent writing, grammar and proofreading skills
• E-discovery experience (including Relativity, etc.)
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to think proactively, multi-task and plan
• Highly organized
• Strong research skills (including Westlaw, internet, etc.)
• Intermediate to advanced skills in MS Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint

Salary Range: $90k – $100k

The Firm is providing this good-faith salary range to comply with applicable law. The applicant’s final salary will depend on a number of factors, including the applicant’s skills and years of experience.

Performance and Hours-Based Bonuses: This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary performance-based bonus (percentage of salary).

Benefits: This position is eligible for many additional benefits, including paid time off, sick time, medical and dental benefits, 401K contribution (and matching).

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.