Job Title: Litigation Paralegal
Location: Los Angeles, CA (Primarily on-site; limited remote work may be available)
About the Firm:
A prestigious California law firm renowned for its work in complex, high-stakes litigation. The firm represents both public and private clients across diverse legal challenges, offering innovative and effective solutions. Known for its history of success, the firm is a trusted partner in navigating clients' most critical legal matters.
Position Summary:
The Litigation Paralegal will provide essential support to attorneys throughout the entire litigation process, from case inception through trial and post-trial. This role involves managing case files, overseeing document production, and assisting with depositions, hearings, and legal research, ensuring accuracy and thorough preparation for all stages of litigation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support attorneys in all phases of litigation, including case filing, discovery, trial, and post-trial.
- Maintain organized case files, oversee document production, and track discovery.
- Prepare for depositions and hearings by creating witness outlines and organizing exhibits.
- Draft, review, and edit legal documents with high attention to detail.
- Conduct legal research and verify citations for accuracy in briefs.
- Collaborate with litigation support for eDiscovery and document review.
- Meet annual billable hour targets while delivering exceptional client service.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Eligible to work as a paralegal per Cal. Bus. & Prof. Code section 6450.
- At least 5 years of experience as a litigation paralegal with strong knowledge of California law.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
- Skilled in eDiscovery tools, such as iPro, and legal research platforms like Westlaw or Lexis.
- Strong understanding of California legal procedures, rules, and eDiscovery.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team.
- Excellent communication skills with a commitment to ethical standards and confidentiality.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out:
- Work with a highly regarded law firm known for its expertise in complex, high-profile litigation.
- Be part of a collaborative, supportive team environment.
- Gain invaluable hands-on experience with a variety of challenging cases.
- Competitive hourly compensation with growth potential based on experience.