Employment Litigation Paralegal (Defense) – Temp to Perm

• Are you looking for a new opportunity where you will learn, grow, and advance?

• Is a smaller, fast-paced work environment up your alley?

• Do you take pride in your work and like to see it appreciated and valued?

• Do you have at least three years of experience as a litigation paralegal?

• If so, you may be the new paralegal we're looking for!

If so, you may be the new paralegal we're looking for!

Why choose ELS
Choose The Employment Law Solution because:

• Our mission resonates with you: “To use our unique professional and personal experiences to create solution-oriented partnerships with clients; cultivate a dynamic, fulfilled team; elevate the standard of service and leadership in the community.”

• You want to use your skills and initiative to make valuable contributions to the team. You will be able to contribute to the build and design of organizational solutions, systems, and business processes as the Firm continues its growth trajectory.

• You want to take on responsibilities to allow you to expand your skills.

• We offer benefits that include medical, 401(k), disability, a hybrid in-office work schedule, all-you-can-eat snacks and drinks, monthly and random free lunches, and quarterly socials.

• You will be rewarded for your efforts. In addition to base compensation, we offer quarterly bonuses that are based on individual and Firm performance.

• You want to join a small (but mighty!) team of experienced professionals who strive to do excellent work for clients and maintain an incredible culture that genuinely cares for its people.

Compensation: Based on experience. $55,000 - $80,000, plus monthly and quarterly bonus opportunities

Your key responsibilities will include the following:

• Manage case dockets for 2-3 attorneys

• Case and file management via Smokeball (document management software)

• Calendar and monitor deadlines

• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes

• Prepare initial draft of requests for interrogatories, production of documents, and notice of depositions.

• Initial drafts of basic legal documents (notice of deposition, notice of filing, motion to extend, etc.) to be filed with the court

• E-File documents via CM/ECF

• Conduct basic legal and factual research

• Participation in arbitrations, depositions, mediation, and/or trials as needed.

• Prepare chronologies and deposition summaries

• Prepare document binders for depositions, hearings, and trials

• Attorney liaison with clients, court, witnesses, and attorneys

The successful Paralegal candidate will have the following:

• A college degree

• 3-5 years of experience as a litigation paralegal (preferably with federal court experience)

• Knowledge of Federal Civil Procedure and Court Rules

• Experience with drafting discovery requests and responses and litigation documents to be filed with the court

• Familiarity with document databases (Relativity, Logikcull, etc.) (preferred)

• Experience with Smokeball, Trial Director, Clio (preferred)

• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy (essential)

• Excellent time management

• Superior written and verbal communication skills

• An eagerness to learn and grow, with an aptitude for learning new technology

• An exceptional work ethic, attitude, and interpersonal skills

We Make Work Work Better

The Employment Law Solution is a boutique employment law firm based in Atlanta that provides comprehensive legal counsel, workplace investigations, training, and litigation services to employers large and small. Our experienced attorneys and outstanding support team combine big-firm expertise with personalized attention to clients, delivering sophisticated legal solutions at competitive rates while building long-term relationships. Our small but mighty team's collaborative culture emphasizes professional growth, work-life balance, and meaningful impact.