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Litigation Support Analyst

Reston, VA · Hybrid

$46.15 - $73.38/hr

Summary The Litigation Support Analyst, working in collaboration with and in support of the firm's strategic initiatives, works with project managers and case teams on litigation matters. Assists ...

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Litigation Paralegal

Richmond, VA · On-site

The ideal candidate will have significant experience supporting personal injury litigation from filing through trial and possess a strong understanding of Virginia civil court procedures. Position ...

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How much do litigation support jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for litigation support in Virginia is $87,516.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,300.00 and $94,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is litigation support?

Litigation support refers to the assistance provided to attorneys and legal teams in managing large-scale or complex litigation. Professionals in this field handle tasks such as organizing evidence, managing electronic discovery (e-discovery), preparing trial exhibits, and utilizing specialized software to streamline case management. They play a crucial role in ensuring that legal proceedings are efficient and that all necessary documentation and digital evidence are properly managed and presented. Litigation support specialists often have backgrounds in technology, law, or both, making them vital to modern legal practices.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a litigation support professional?

To thrive in Litigation Support, you need expertise in legal procedures, case management, and e-discovery, often backed by a bachelor's degree in a related field. Familiarity with litigation support software such as Relativity, Concordance, and case management systems, as well as certifications like ACEDS, is highly valuable. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication help professionals collaborate with attorneys and manage complex data efficiently. These skills and qualifications are essential for ensuring accurate, timely, and organized support throughout the litigation process.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in litigation support, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in litigation support often encounter challenges such as managing tight deadlines, handling large volumes of electronic data, and adapting to evolving legal technologies. To address these, strong organizational skills, proficiency with e-discovery tools, and ongoing training in new software are essential. Collaboration with attorneys, IT staff, and paralegals is also key to ensuring that processes run smoothly and that all evidentiary materials are properly managed and presented. Staying proactive in communication and maintaining flexibility can greatly help in overcoming these challenges.

What is the difference between Litigation Support vs Paralegal?

AspectLitigation SupportParalegal
CredentialsOften requires technical certifications or experience in legal technologyTypically requires a paralegal certificate or associate degree in paralegal studies
Work EnvironmentLegal firms, courts, or litigation support companiesLaw firms, corporate legal departments, or government agencies
Job FocusManaging electronic discovery, case data, and trial support toolsLegal research, document preparation, and assisting attorneys

While both roles support legal processes, Litigation Support specialists focus on managing case data and technology, whereas Paralegals handle legal research and document preparation. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

How to become a litigation support?

To become a litigation support professional, typically one needs a bachelor's degree in fields like criminal justice, law, or information technology. Gaining experience with legal software, e-discovery tools, and case management systems is important, and certifications such as Certified Litigation Support Professional (CLSP) can enhance job prospects.

What are the most commonly searched types of Litigation Support jobs in Virginia?

The most popular types of Litigation Support jobs in Virginia are:

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Infographic showing various Litigation Support job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 3% Temporary. Highlights an 81% In-person, 11% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $87,516 per year, or $42.1 per hour.

IT Litigation Support

Chantilly, VA • On-site

Contact Government Services, LLC
Public Administration • 11 - 50 employees
Learn more about Contact Government Services, LLCexternal

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

IT Litigation Support
Employment Type: Full Time, Mid level
Department: Information Technology

Contact Government Services is looking for a Litigation Support Technician to work at the United States Attorney's Office. As a Litigation Support Technician for CGS, you will be responsible for providing technical and analytical assistance involving Litigation Support of the United States Attorney's office.

CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government's most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities.

Skills and attributes for success:
- Coordinates litigation support services (including trial preparation and presentation) in response to customer needs. Performs such services directly or in conjunction with the district's designated "Litigation Support Coordinator." Installs, configures, and maintains litigation support equipment; Develops standards and procedures for applications; and Coordinates efforts with other agencies involved in litigation team activities.
- Litigation Support Systems Administration: Performs testing, quality assurance, configuration, installation, implementation, and maintenance of litigation support resources used for the transmission of information in data, voice, and/or video format.
- Ensures systems availability, functionality, integrity, and efficiency.
- Installs new or modified litigation support hardware and software.
- Resolves hardware/software interface and interoperability problems.
- Maintains and controls the district's litigation support equipment inventory.
- Systems Security: Ensures the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems, networks, and data through the planning, analysis, development, implementation, maintenance, and enhancement of information systems security programs, policies, procedures, and tools.
- Implements policies and procedures to ensure litigation support systems reliability and accessibility and to prevent and defend against unauthorized access to systems, networks, and data.
- Promotes awareness of security issues among management and employees.
- Implements programs to ensure users are aware of, understand and adhere to systems security policies and procedures
- Provides customer support services including installation, configuration, troubleshooting, customer assistance, and training in response to user requirements.
- Diagnoses and resolves problems in response to customer-reported incidents; installs, configures, troubleshoots, and maintains customer hardware and software; and provides customer training including orientation for new users.
-Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
- Bachelor's Degree (In related field)
- Must be able to successfully complete a stringent Background Investigation and obtain the required Government Security clearance
- Experience with Litigation Support principles, methods, and practices
- Experience with Litigation Support systems development concepts
- Performance monitoring principles and methods
- Quality assurance principles
- Familiarity with Technical documentation methods and procedures
- Familiarity with Systems security methods and procedures
- Oral and written communication techniques
- Experience with Litigation support databases working with load files such as IPRO Eclipse and Relativity
- Experience with  Discovery processing hardware and software such as Law Pre-Discovery and Nuix systems
- Familiarity with Quality control of incoming data to comply with District Electronically Stored Information (ESI) Specifications

Our commitment:
Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our clients' specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems.

For the past seven years we've been growing our government-contracting portfolio, and along the way we've created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work.

Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come.

We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package.
- Health, Dental, and Vision
- Life Insurance
- 401k
- Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter)
- Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays

Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Join our team and become part of meaningful government innovation!

Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board:
https://cgsfederal.com/join-our-team/

For more information about CGS please visit: https://www.cgsfederal.com or contact:
Email: [email protected]

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$100,000 - $205,000 a year
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