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Proskauer

Paralegal

New Orleans, LA · On-site

... sports leagues, entertainment industry legends and other industry-redefining companies. The Firm ... seeks a Litigation Paralegal to assist the Litigation practice groups in all phases of the ...

LA28

Paralegal

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Putting on an Olympic and Paralympic Games is a team sport. To build a Games unlike any the world ... Paralegal, Employment and Compliance: The Paralegal will be an integral part of the legal team with ...

Proskauer

Restructuring Paralegal

New York, NY · On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

... sports leagues, entertainment industry legends and other industry-redefining companies. The Firm ... Paralegal, who in addition to traditional paralegal work, will assist the firm's Restructuring ...

Corporate-CCL

Paralegal III

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

Beyond our connectivity solutions, we also provide local news, programming and regional sports via ... Paralegal certification or Bachelor's Degree in Paralegal Studies or related field or equivalent ...

Corporate-CCL

Paralegal III

Stamford, CT · On-site

Beyond our connectivity solutions, we also provide local news, programming and regional sports via ... Paralegal certification or Bachelor's Degree in Paralegal Studies or related field or equivalent ...

Proskauer

Foreign Filing Paralegal

New York, NY · On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

... sports leagues, entertainment industry legends and other industry- redefining companies. We are ... The IP Foreign Filing Paralegal will provide support to clients, attorneys, paralegals and ...

Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith

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Defense Litigation Paralegal

Sandy Springs, GA · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

Takes calls for paralegal(s) supervising attorney(s). * Meet weekly and Monthly deadlines. * Attend ... sports, and leisure law, restaurant, and retail law, as well as corporate transactional matters.

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How much do sports paralegal jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for sports paralegal in the United States is $59,731.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,000.00 and $68,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a sports paralegal do?

A Sports Paralegal provides legal support in the sports industry, assisting attorneys with contracts, compliance, intellectual property, and dispute resolution. They help prepare legal documents, conduct research, and ensure that teams, athletes, and organizations adhere to regulations. Their work often involves negotiations, sponsorship agreements, and understanding sports law.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a sports paralegal?

To thrive as a Sports Paralegal, you need a strong understanding of contract law, intellectual property, and sports regulations, typically supported by a paralegal certificate or associate's degree. Familiarity with legal research tools like Westlaw or LexisNexis, case management software, and knowledge of compliance systems related to sports law are advantageous. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and strong communication abilities help distinguish top candidates in this role. These skills are vital for efficiently supporting sports attorneys, preparing legal documents, and ensuring regulatory compliance in a fast-paced and high-profile environment.

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Infographic showing various Sports Paralegal job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 63% Full Time, 33% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,731 per year, or $28.7 per hour.

Paralegal

Proskauer

New Orleans, LA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

The world's leading organizations and global players choose Proskauer to represent them when they need it the most. With 800+ lawyers in key financial centers around the world, we are known for our pragmatic and business-savvy approach.
Proskauer is the place to turn when a matter is complex, innovative and game-changing. We work seamlessly across practices, industries and jurisdictions with asset managers, private equity and venture capital firms, Fortune 500 and FTSE companies, major sports leagues, entertainment industry legends and other industry-redefining companies.
The Firm seeks a Litigation Paralegal to assist the Litigation practice groups in all phases of the litigation process from the initial complaint to discovery through to trial and appeal. 

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • 5+ years of law firm experience assisting on Litigation matters
  • Strong written and organizational skills
  • Experience working with litigation databases; familiarity with Relativity is a plus
  • Ability to quickly and proactively identify and analyze problems, develop solutions and deliver results
  • Ability to work well under pressure, in a team environment and handle multiple tasks efficiently
  • Available to work considerable overtime when required, including evenings and weekends
  • Strong technical skills in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, as well as the ability to learn new software and applications


This position will require physical presence in Proskauer's offices on a regular basis (at least 3x per week, or more, if it becomes the policy of the Firm or as business needs require). 
Proskauer is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a work environment that fosters diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity without regard to race, color, gender, age, creed, sex, religion, national origin, disability (physical or mental), marital status, citizenship, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, or any other legally protected status.

  • Assisting attorneys in all phases of litigation including motion practice, discovery, trial and post-trial
  • Drafting documents/pleadings including: subpoenas, deposition notices, document requests and responses, interrogatories and responses, request for admissions, affidavits/affirmations, answers, notices, declarations and agreements
  • Coordinating e-filing and service process with the Managing Attorney's office for federal/state court or judicial panels
  • Compiling, organizing and reviewing responsive and related production documents
  • Organizing, reviewing and managing all case documents including productions, depositions, exhibits, expert reports and e-mails in designated databases
  • Cite-checking, Shepardizing, Bluebooking and proofreading court filings and related position papers
  • Performing statistical and factual research and compiling data for analyses
  • Reviewing, organizing and maintaining document productions, developing and conducting key word searches, drafting and maintaining privilege logs
  • Digesting/summarizing deposition and other transcripts including expert witnesses
  • Assisting in all phases of pre-trial activities including witness binders, organizing trial exhibits, coordinating witness attendance at trial, and coordinating the trial logistics
  • Attending and assisting at trial/hearings including: preparing and maintaining exhibits and demonstratives, tracking exhibits introduced and marked into evidence
  • Supervising junior paralegals as needed
  • Interact and liaise with clients and vendors

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