Paralegal

Overview

This role is for an experienced Litigation Paralegal supporting litigation matters in state and federal courts. The position requires substantial experience with court procedures, working knowledge of rules of evidence and trial procedure, strong communication and database skills, and proficiency in Relativity and Microsoft Office tools. The successful candidate must adapt quickly to changing circumstances and work efficiently both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prepare legal documents, including complaints, motions, discovery, Tables of Contents, Tables of Authorities, and other pleadings, ensuring accuracy and compliance with court requirements
• File and serve motions, briefs, exhibits, appendices, and other documents in state and federal courts, including CM/ECF and File & Serve
• Conduct thorough research to support litigation efforts
• Handle all aspects of electronic discovery, including managing document reviews and productions (loading and coding documents, Bates numbering, logging productions, and searching for documents in the Relativity database)
• Support attorneys during depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trial, including logistics, exhibits, assisting with preparation of witnesses and experts, and coordinating related technology needs
• Coordinate creation of a case management repository for new matters and take primary responsibility for case file organization, including prompt downloading and distribution of court filings
• Organize discovery, research, pleadings, and other documents for attorney review and case preparation
• Prepare notebooks for hearings, depositions, and trial preparation
• Communicate with clients and counsel to address inquiries and provide case updates
• Proofread and conduct cite checks for grammar, formatting, and legal accuracy
• Calendar and track case deadlines

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and paralegal certificate preferred, with three to five years’ litigation paralegal experience in a mid or large sized law firm
• Proficiency with File & Serve, CM/ECF, and legal research platforms (LexisNexis, Westlaw)
• Excellent writing and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong project management skills with attention to detail and deadlines
• Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize project requirements
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment with a client service focus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal document formatting tools

Compensation & Benefits

Estimated Salary Range: $62,500 - $102,000 (for 3-10 years’ experience)

Starting Salary: Determined based on qualifications and experience.

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life insurance, Disability Insurance, Paid Parental Leave, 401(k) Plan, Paid Days Off/Vacation, Firm Paid Holidays

Location

Los Angeles County applicants: Material job duties for this position are listed above. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position, including the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to firm policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, and safeguard business operations.

Additionally, the employer will consider all qualified applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.