Litigation CFIUS Paralegal

Latham & Watkins

. Provide substantive paralegal support throughout all phases of litigation, investigations, and related proceedings .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $105,000 - $125,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates advanced paralegal support capabilities across litigation phases, with expertise in document management, regulatory filings, and legal technology. Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and produce high-quality work with strong attention to detail.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Paralegal CertificateLitigation SupportDocument ManagementRegulatory FilingsLegal Technology Proficiency

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Substantive Legal KnowledgeProcedural KnowledgeDocument ReviewPleadings PreparationDiscovery CoordinationTrial SupportExhibit OrganizationResearch Tools ProficiencyConfidential Information ManagementQuality Control

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailCollaborationProblem-SolvingCommunicationAbility to Work Independently

Tools & Technologies

Legal ApplicationsResearch ToolsFirm Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Paralegal Certificate from ABA-Approved Program

Industry Keywords

LitigationInvestigationsDocument-Intensive MattersU.S. Government Regulatory FilingsLaw Firm Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide substantive paralegal support throughout all phases of litigation, investigations, and related proceedings
Perform complex assignments with appropriate attorney supervision
Coordinate and assist with discovery and document-intensive matters, including document collection and review
Organize discovery and investigative materials and prepare and track productions
Collaborate with attorneys and internal support teams
Assist with preparation, review, and filing of pleadings, motions, exhibits, discovery requests and responses, regulatory submissions, and other legal materials
Coordinate deposition, witness, and client interview preparation
Organize exhibits, chronologies, witness files, interview materials, and supporting documentation
Provide trial, hearing, and investigative support
Coordinate logistics and internal resources and track exhibits, testimony, and matter developments
Protect and maintain highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and proprietary information

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program, or signed declaration if located in a California office
Minimum of four (4) years of experience as a paralegal, preferably in a law firm setting
Experience with U.S. government regulatory filings and databases, preferably
Advanced substantive, procedural, technical, and practice-specific knowledge
Advanced proficiency with relevant legal technology, applications, research tools, and firm systems
Strong attention to detail and quality-control skills
Ability to perform complex assignments with limited guidance and seek input appropriately on novel or higher-risk issues
Ability to consistently produce accurate, high-quality work on complex assignments with limited supervision

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonuses awarded in recognition of individual and firm performance
Healthcare, life and disability insurance
Generous 401k plan
At least 11 paid holidays per year
PTO program accruing 23 days during the first year and growing with tenure
Well-being programs, including mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more
Professional development programs
Employee discounts
Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff
Flexible working schedule with hybrid and in-office presence may be available