In-House Litigation Paralegal

Description Our client, a Fresno-based legal team, is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to support and help manage several active matters being handled in coordination with outside counsel. This position will play a key role in keeping cases on track, ensuring adherence to local rules, and providing hands-on litigation support across the full lifecycle. Ideal candidates will bring strong knowledge of Fresno County Superior Court procedures and the ability to proactively manage deadlines and outside firms, however, that is not a requirement. Responsibilities + Manage and track active litigation matters in partnership with outside counsel + Monitor case progression, deadlines, and filings to ensure compliance with Fresno County Superior Court rules + Coordinate with outside firms (including those outside the Central Valley) and serve as a local procedural resource + Prepare, review, and file court documents (state and federal) + Support discovery processes, including document collection, organization, and production + Assist with trial preparation, including exhibit management and case materials + Review and audit outside counsel invoices to ensure compliance with billing guidelines and prevent overbilling + Maintain organized case files and litigation documentation + Collaborate directly with the attorney on strategy, status updates, and deliverables Requirements Qualifications + 3+ years of litigation paralegal experience + Strong familiarity with Fresno County Superior Court rules and local practices highly preferred + Experience supporting litigation matters end-to-end (discovery through trial) + Background in agricultural, real estate, and/or trust & probate litigation preferred + Proficiency with court filings (state and federal) and PACER + Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple active cases simultaneously + Experience working with or coordinating outside counsel + Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with discovery or document management tools is a plus + Ability to work independently in a remote environment, with occasional in-person collaboration as needed (experienced and very aligned fully-remote candidates will be considered as well) + Candidates based in the Central Valley strongly preferred Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .