Litigation Support Specialist

Company: Lightfoot
Location: Birmingham
Posted on: March 20, 2026

Job Description:

Litigation Support Specialist (On-site) Full-Time Trial and Litigation Support Lightfoot, Franklin and White LLC Birmingham, Alabama About Lightfoot Lightfoot, Franklin and White is a nationally recognized trial firm known for preparing every case as if it will be tried. Our work is complex, fast paced, and detail driven. We pride ourselves on excellence, responsiveness, and teamwork, and we believe strong outcomes are built through careful preparation and trusted collaboration. At Lightfoot, litigation support professionals are essential to our success. They are embedded in case teams, respected by attorneys, and relied upon during the most critical phases of litigation, especially trial. This is a firm where preparation matters and where support roles are truly valued. Lightfoot has been recognized as one of Birmingham’s Best Places to Work for the past three years, reflecting our strong culture, commitment to our people, and focus on long term success. About the Role We are seeking a Litigation Support Specialist to support our litigation teams with a strong emphasis on PowerPoint driven trial preparation and presentation. This is a role for someone with solid litigation support experience who enjoys being hands on, detail oriented, and closely involved in trial work. PowerPoint is not a secondary skill in this role. It is a core competency. Our attorneys rely heavily on clear, accurate, and visually effective PowerPoint presentations in hearings and trials. This position plays a direct role in shaping how our cases are presented and understood. Why This Role Matters The Litigation Support Specialist directly supports the firm’s trial work by ensuring attorneys have polished, trial ready presentations and well organized case materials. The quality of work in this role impacts courtroom readiness, clarity of presentation, and overall trial execution. This is a visible and trusted position for someone who takes pride in precision, enjoys supporting attorneys under tight deadlines, and understands the importance of preparation in high stakes litigation. Key Responsibilities PowerPoint and Trial Presentation Design, build, and maintain high quality PowerPoint presentations for trials, hearings, mediations, and internal case strategy sessions Translate complex facts, timelines, expert materials, and data into clear and persuasive visual presentations Create, format, and manage trial exhibits, demonstratives, timelines, and graphics within PowerPoint Ensure presentations are accurate, polished, consistent, and courtroom ready Provide real time support for presentation updates and edits as cases progress toward trial Document and Case Management Manage litigation documents including indexing, coding, scanning, and organization Prepare and organize materials for depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials Support document intensive matters with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail Trial Preparation and Support Assist attorneys with trial preparation including exhibit lists, witness binders, and demonstratives Provide on-site trial support including management of PowerPoint based trial presentations and courtroom technology Coordinate trial logistics and technology needs in fast paced environments Collaboration Work closely with attorneys, paralegals, and other litigation team members Communicate clearly and professionally in fast paced trial settings Anticipate needs and support case teams as matters progress toward trial Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience Three to five years of litigation support experience in a law firm or trial focused legal environment Advanced proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint is required Demonstrated experience creating trial ready presentations and visual exhibits Experience with trial presentation and litigation support tools such as TrialDirector, OnCue, and DepoView Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines Strong communication and teamwork skills Willingness to travel for trials up to four nights as needed Compensation and Benefits Lightfoot offers competitive pay commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, paid holidays, retirement benefits, and a paid gym membership. We are committed to supporting our employees both professionally and personally. Why Work at Lightfoot Meaningful involvement in complex trial driven litigation Attorneys who value preparation and respect litigation support professionals A collaborative and collegial culture Work you can take pride in and see in action PI3e4177d1f43f-25448-39371138

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