Litigation Paralegal - Utah County

Litigation Paralegal – Utah County

Our client, a respected law firm serving a religious organization, is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to provide essential support across a variety of legal matters. This opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented, proactive professional who demonstrates sound judgment, strong critical-thinking skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a sophisticated legal environment.

The successful candidate will bring a strong foundation in litigation, excellent organizational abilities, and the interpersonal skills and emotional maturity necessary to work effectively with attorneys, colleagues, and other stakeholders. A demonstrated record of professional reliability and career stability is highly valued.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive litigation support to attorneys throughout all phases of the litigation process.
• Manage multiple legal matters simultaneously, ensuring deadlines, court filings, and case milestones are met.
• Assist with drafting, reviewing, proofreading, and organizing pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and other legal documents.
• Coordinate discovery, document production, deposition preparation, and trial preparation as needed.
• Maintain organized case files, litigation calendars, and document management systems.
• Conduct legal research and factual investigation as assigned.
• Monitor court deadlines and proactively communicate case developments and outstanding action items.
• Exercise sound judgment, discretion, and confidentiality when handling sensitive legal and organizational matters.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with attorneys, clients, colleagues, and external parties.
• Anticipate needs, identify potential issues, and contribute practical solutions in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate is required.
• Demonstrated experience providing litigation support in a law firm or comparable legal environment.
• Strong understanding of litigation procedures, legal terminology, and case management practices.
• Exceptional critical-thinking, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple matters with competing deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail.
• High emotional intelligence and professional maturity, including the ability to navigate challenging situations with discretion, composure, and sound judgment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with a range of personalities and professional stakeholders.
• A consistent record of reliability, accountability, and professional stability.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and discretion.
• A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset and the ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative legal team.

Compensation and Benefits

• Annual salary: $80,000–$95,000, commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to contribute to a legal team supporting a religious organization and its broader mission.

If you are a highly organized litigation paralegal who values professionalism, discretion, and meaningful work, we invite you to explore this opportunity by submitting a current resume and optional cover letter.

For questions please contact Kim Kavanaugh at 440-367-6025 or by email kim.kavanaugh@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.