Paralegal Bilingüe

Role Overview

This position places you at the center of a fast-moving employment litigation team, providing direct support to attorneys handling wage and hour class action cases. You will manage case files from inception through discovery and trial, track deadlines across multiple active matters, and ensure every document is accurate, well-organized, and ready for court. Because this is a high-volume practice, your ability to stay composed under pressure and maintain meticulous detail will directly impact the team's efficiency and success.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and prepare legal documents such as pleadings, motions, correspondence, and discovery requests and responses, then proofread and revise them to ensure clarity, consistency, and accuracy.
• Conduct targeted legal research using Westlaw, LexisNexis, and other research tools to support case strategy and motion practice.
• Maintain and organize case files in electronic case management and document management systems, ensuring all records are current, complete, and easily accessible.
• Coordinate attorneys' preparation for hearings, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trials, including assembling exhibits, binders, and supporting materials.
• Monitor case calendars and litigation timelines, proactively identifying upcoming deadlines and alerting the team to potential scheduling conflicts.
• Communicate with clients and opposing counsel about case-related matters, gathering information and providing clear updates under attorney supervision.
• Handle state and federal court e-filing processes and verify that all submissions comply with applicable court rules and formatting requirements.
• Support attorneys with administrative tasks, document production, and general litigation workflow to keep cases moving forward in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies, Political Science, Criminal Justice, or a related legal field; candidates currently pursuing an LLB or similar law qualification are also considered.
• At least 1.5 years of practical paralegal experience, preferably within a U.S.-oriented legal practice.
• Mandatory prior experience working in a law firm setting; exposure to labor and employment or wage and hour matters is strongly preferred.
• Hands-on experience preparing and responding to discovery, managing court calendars and hearing schedules, and supporting mediation, arbitration, and trial preparation.
• Familiarity with state and federal court e-filing systems and procedures.
• Advanced written and spoken English proficiency with strong legal drafting, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple assignments, maintain exceptional attention to detail, and handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and experience using case management platforms such as Litify or similar systems; working knowledge of Salesforce is a plus.
• Willingness to work fully on-site Monday through Friday, 7:30 PM to 5:30 AM Kenya Time.

What We Offer / Why Join

This is an ideal role for a paralegal who wants to deepen their expertise in complex class action litigation while gaining hands-on experience with U.S. employment law matters. You will work alongside dedicated attorneys in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where your organizational skills and legal knowledge are valued, and you will have the opportunity to grow your career by taking on increasingly challenging responsibilities.