National Trial Paralegal
Fidelity National Financial, Inc. (NYSE: FNF) is a leading provider of title insurance and transaction services to the real estate and mortgage industries. FNF is the nation's largest title insurance company through its title insurance underwriters - Fidelity National Title, Chicago Title, Commonwealth Land Title, Alamo Title and National Title of New York - that collectively issue more title insurance policies than any other title company in the United States. More information about FNF can be found at fnf.com.
POSITION OVERVIEW Fidelity National Financial (FNF), a Fortune 500 company and one of the world’s largest providers of title insurance, is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support its in-house litigation trial teams throughout the country. The position requires strong trial preparation, in-court experience, legal research, and document management skills, as well as the ability to collaborate with multiple attorneys across complex litigation matters. The ideal candidate is a proactive team player who thrives in a fast-paced litigation environment and is comfortable supporting high-profile cases nationwide.
LOCATION This is a hybrid position based on one of the following offices:
- Walnut Creek, California
- Seattle, Washington
- Travel required 1–2 times per month for trial support (travel duration may range from a few days to one week, with occasional longer trials)
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support in-house litigation attorneys through all phases of civil litigation, including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, trial preparation, and trial
- Conduct advanced legal research, including high-level case law research, at the direction of General Counsel and senior attorneys
- Draft and prepare legal documents, filings, trial exhibits, trial binders, and demonstratives
- Manage and organize documents using document management and trial presentation software
- Provide in-court trial support, including exhibit management, witness preparation assistance, and trial logistics
- Coordinate with internal teams when matters escalate to litigation
- Assist with special projects and litigation initiatives as assigned
- Maintain accuracy, organization, and confidentiality across all litigation materials
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Associate degree or Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program
- Minimum 5 years of experience as a litigation paralegal supporting civil litigation
- Demonstrated trial preparation and in-court trial experience
- Strong working knowledge of court rules, procedures, and filing requirements
- Experience drafting legal documents and performing legal research
- Ability to manage competing priorities while supporting multiple attorneys
- Proficiency with litigation technology, including document management and trial presentation software
- Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
- Experience using TrialDirector or similar trial presentation software
- Background in real estate, title/escrow, or insurance defense litigation
- Prior experience in an in-house legal department
- Experience supporting high-volume or complex litigation across multiple jurisdictions
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS This position has the potential to earn compensation in the range of $35.00 - $48.00 per hour based on location and job-related factors such as skillset and experience. Actual rate may vary within the range provided, depending on a number of factors, including skillset, experience and location. The base compensation is one component of the total rewards package offered to our employees, including optional health and welfare insurance (medical/dental/vision/life/disability); paid holidays, vacation, and sick time off; and matching 401(k) plan and matching employee stock purchase plan.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY POLICY FNF, its affiliates and subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
