Paralegal (28-32 hours per week)

This Santa Fe–based civil rights and employment law practice is seeking a part-time Paralegal to provide direct support in complex litigation and appellate cases. You’ll work closely with the lead attorney and a contract paralegal on high-impact cases involving civil rights, workplace discrimination, and police misconduct.

This position is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, skilled at legal drafting and research, and comfortable working on challenging cases that involve sensitive or traumatic subject matter.

Schedule

• Onsite only, in Santa Fe

• 28–32 hours/week (9 AM–4 PM, Mon–Thu in office required, WFH day on Fridays optional)

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, discovery requests/responses, motions, and correspondence

• Prepare appellate briefs with accurate formatting and cite-checking

• Manage case files, deadlines, and discovery organization

• Conduct legal research and summarize findings for the attorney

• Review and organize deposition transcripts, police records, and employment files

• Assist with trial preparation, including exhibits, witness prep, and jury instructions

• Coordinate with courts, opposing counsel, experts, and clients

Qualifications

• Paralegal certification or bachelor’s degree preferred

• 2+ years litigation paralegal experience (civil rights or employment law a plus)

• Strong research and writing skills with meticulous attention to detail

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and legal research tools (Lexis, Westlaw, or equivalent)

• Professional, organized, and able to handle sensitive client matters with discretion

Compensation

• $25–30/hour, depending on experience

• Consistent schedule with room for growth

• Opportunity to do meaningful, high-level legal work in a small, mission-driven practice

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