Top plaintiff's personal injury and employment trial law firm seeks an experienced Trial and Litigation Paralegal for a full-time, in-person position in the Los Angeles area.
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of experience as a trial paralegal in California, preferably in plaintiff's litigation
- Must have Paralegal Certificate
- Strong working knowledge of the CCP and various County and other Local Rules
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team
- Superior attention to detail, creativity, and independent thinking
- Exceptional time management and multi-tasking abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Outlook
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated litigation experience is required
Responsibilities:
- Manage litigation deadlines and monitor upcoming events for approximately three attorneys
- Communicate with clients, witnesses, experts, medical professionals, opposing counsel, and court staff
- Prepare and circulate initial case documents (retainer agreements, co-counsel agreements, etc.)
- Handle written discovery (propounding and responding)
- Create trial binders and documents (exhibit lists, witness lists, jury instructions)
- Draft and object to deposition notices, subpoenas, and meet-and-confer letters
- Assist in gathering documents and evidence during discovery and pre-trial phases
- Coordinate depositions, site inspections, and court appearances
- Research defendants for service of process
Our firm handles 3-5 trials per year. The ideal candidate must be capable of managing all aspects of litigation through trial, including creating trial documents, coordinating witness appearances, and preparing post-trial materials.
Compensation:
- Salary $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 DOE
- Benefits include paid parking, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), PTO, sick days, and paid staff membership in local bar organizations
This is an in-person position at our Los Angeles office. Qualified candidates with demonstrated litigation experience are encouraged to apply.
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Salary Range: $90,000 - $110,000
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