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Litigation Paralegal

Today Reston, VA

Description

We are seeking a highly experienced Litigation Paralegal with 10+ years of progressive litigation and related support experience to join our legal team. This role is critical to the management and execution of the company's litigation-related operations, eDiscovery processes, and records management functions. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in all phases of the litigation lifecycle, possess strong organizational and analytical skills, and demonstrate the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced corporate legal environment.

This role requires working onsite in our Reston HQ on a regular basis with occasional remote work, 10%.

Primary Responsibilities

Subpoena and Third-Party Request Management: Manage responses to subpoenas and various requests and demands from government agencies, tribunals or other third parties, including but not limited to subpoenas, employment and business records requests, garnishments, liens, levies and other court or administrative orders.

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Service of Process: Coordinate the tracking and handling of service of process (SOP) and other legal documents received by the Company, ensuring proper routing, documentation, managing and handling, and timely response.

Litigation and Case Management Support: Provide comprehensive litigation and case management support, including responding to discovery requests; issuing litigation holds and records preservation; custodian management and compliance; eDiscovery; and tracking departed custodian assets.

eDiscovery Process Management: Assist with the company's end-to-end eDiscovery process. Facilitate preservation, collection, analysis, production, and review of Electronically Stored Information (ESI) in connection with litigation, regulatory matters, and internal investigations.

Case Management Repository: Assist with and update a centralized case management repository to ensure accurate tracking of all active and closed matters, key deadlines, and relevant case documentation.

Discovery Coordination: Work collaboratively with in-house and outside counsel and internal functional and line organization staff to respond to discovery requests and other information demands in a timely and accurate manner.

Legal Research. Conduct legal and other research as needed to support litigation strategy, discovery obligations, and compliance and other requirements of the Company.

Special Projects: Undertake special projects and other duties as assigned by Legal Department attorneys.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and 10+ years of prior relevant litigation-oriented experience. Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in the following areas:

  • Knowledge of litigation processes, procedures, and terminology, including federal and state court rules governing subpoenas, discovery and electronic discovery.
  • Demonstrated knowledge in eDiscovery platforms, tools, and workflows.
  • Strong understanding of data preservation obligations and litigation hold protocols.
  • Familiarity with records retention schedules, information governance principles, and applicable regulatory frameworks.
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple matters and competing deadlines simultaneously.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with attorneys, internal business and functional stakeholders, and outside vendors.
  • High degree of professionalism, discretion, and judgment in handling confidential and sensitive information.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite tools and eDiscovery and legal case management software.

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Original Posting:

June 1, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $92,300.00 - $166,850.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Securing Your Data

Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos' name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system - never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.

If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

Client-provided location(s): Reston, VA
Job ID: Leidos-R-00184403
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-06-02T18:52:20

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

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