Commercial Litigation Paralegal (5+ Years)
Giles Law, PLLC
Posted July 1, 2026
Job Description
Company Overview
Giles Law, PLLC is a boutique litigation firm located in Phoenix's Biltmore area, representing businesses, fiduciaries, professionals, and individuals in sophisticated commercial, probate, and civil litigation matters.
We are committed to delivering exceptional client service while fostering a workplace where experienced professionals are trusted, respected, and empowered to succeed. Our collaborative, low-drama culture values professionalism, accountability, initiative, and teamwork.
Our support team enjoys a hybrid work schedule with three work-from-home days each week, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, employer-paid life and disability insurances, a 401(k) with employer match, profit-sharing opportunities, generous paid time off, free parking, and a fun weekly team luncheon for everyone. Most importantly, we offer the opportunity to build a long-term career with a growing boutique litigation practice where your contributions truly matter.
To support our attorneys and clients, we are seeking to add another experienced Commercial Litigation Paralegal to our team.
Position Summary
The Commercial Litigation Paralegal plays an integral role in supporting attorneys throughout all phases of complex commercial litigation. This position is responsible for independently managing litigation files, coordinating case activities, preparing legal documents, organizing discovery, maintaining deadlines, and assisting with trial preparation.
The ideal candidate is an experienced litigation professional who is highly organized, positive, proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities while providing exceptional support to attorneys and outstanding service to clients.
Key Responsibilities
Independently manage commercial litigation matters from inception through trial.
Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, correspondence, and other litigation documents.
Coordinate document collection, review, productions, and eDiscovery.
Prepare attorneys for hearings, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trial.
Organize exhibits, witness files, trial notebooks, and case materials.
Maintain litigation calendars and monitor court deadlines.
Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, experts, court personnel, and vendors.
Review, organize, summarize, and analyze records and discovery materials.
Maintain organized electronic and physical case files.
Accurately record billable time and maintain detailed billing narratives.
Perform additional litigation support duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Minimum of five (5) years of commercial, business, or complex civil litigation experience.
Thorough knowledge of Arizona civil litigation procedures.
Experience managing litigation matters from inception through trial.
Strong drafting, proofreading, and legal writing skills.
Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines with exceptional attention to detail.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel).
Experience with litigation case management software (MyCase preferred).
eDiscovery experience is preferred.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.
Ability to meet an annual billable expectation of 1,450 hours.
Compensation, Benefits, & Schedule
Annual Salary
$88,000 - $105,000
Bonus
Annual bonus is discretionary.
Benefits
Paid time off such as PTO, sick days, and vacation days
Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
Life insurance
Retirement benefits or accounts
Healthcare spending or reimbursement accounts, such as HSAs, FSAs, and HRAs
Long term and Short term disability insurance
Wellness programs
Employee recognition programs
Telecommuting options
Workplace perks such as recreation activities, food and coffee, and flexible work schedules
Schedule
M-F With up to 3 Days Remote Per Week