Litigation Paralegal (Complex Trial)

Overview

This position supports attorneys in multi-party civil litigation, catastrophic personal injury, and construction defect matters. The role involves assisting with complex discovery and trial preparation, organizing records for damages calculations, and communicating with clients, experts, and attorneys regarding case status and preparation.

Hybrid work opportunities are available.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with propounding and responding to discovery, including:
  • Interrogatories
  • Requests for admissions
  • Requests for production
  • Subpoenas
  • Preparation of deposition binders
• Assist with motion preparation, including supporting documents and exhibits, and preparation of hearing binders
• Manage trial preparation activities, including:
  • Coordinating witnesses and travel
  • Organizing trial exhibits, charts, and trial notebook
  • Handling subpoenas and page lines
• Independently obtain, review, and organize medical records and medical billings
• Calculate damages, including medical expenses, lost wages, and property damage
• Collaborate with team members at all experience levels
• Conduct routine communications with clients, experts, and attorneys regarding case status and preparation

Requirements

• Paralegal certification
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience as a litigation paralegal
• Experience with litigation in the state of California is highly encouraged
• Solid understanding of civil litigation, including state and federal deadlines and rules
• High proficiency in MS Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat
• Ability to think and act independently with minimal supervision
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong listening skills
• Professional appearance and demeanor

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay range: $35–$48/hour, depending on experience
• Overtime paid at 1.5× the regular hourly rate, as needed
• Annual bonus for paralegals: $250–$3,000
• Monthly technology reimbursement: $60
• Comprehensive benefits coverage, including plans available at zero employee cost (average annual employee contribution for health/vision/dental coverage is $700–$1,700)
• 401(k) program with a 100% match on the first 3% contributed and a 50% match on the following 4–5%
• Paid parental leave at base pay rate
• Standard workweek: 37.5 hours
• Educational reimbursement program for non-attorney eligible team members (up to $3,500 per calendar year)
• Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate
• Vacation time accrual annually at the employee’s base rate
• Employee diversity and inclusion programs (including Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative)
• Firm-wide charitable giving program
• Numerous social and off-site events each year

Location

Hybrid work opportunities are available.