Litigation Paralegal (Hybrid)

As a Litigation Paralegal, you will play a critical role in supporting our attorneys through all aspects of the litigation process, including case management, document preparation, legal research, and trial support. This is a full-time position requiring a thorough understanding of state and federal court rules, electronic filings, and best practices for litigation management.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with the preparation, filing, and service of legal documents, in collaboration with the attorney’s Legal Administrative Assistant, in state and federal courts, ensuring strict compliance with court rules and deadlines.

• Manage all phases of discovery, including the collection, review, and production of documents, and coordinate with clients and opposing counsel.

• Conduct legal research, cite-checking, and summarize case law, statutes, and other legal materials as requested.

• Prepare pleadings, motions, subpoenas, discovery requests and responses, and correspondence.

• Organize, maintain, and update case files and trial binders, both electronic and physical, using document management systems.

• Assist with trial preparation, including creation of trial exhibits, witness lists, and trial notebooks, and provide on-site support during trial as needed.

• Coordinate and schedule depositions, hearings, meetings, and court appearances.

• Monitor case deadlines.

• Proofread and edit documents for accuracy, grammar, and style consistency.

• Communicate effectively with clients, experts, vendors, and court personnel.

Qualifications •

Minimum 5 years’ experience as a paralegal in a litigation environment.

• Comprehensive knowledge of California state and federal litigation laws and processes is required. •

High school diploma or equivalent required; additional paralegal certification or associate’s/bachelor’s degree preferred.

• Demonstrated experience with electronic court filings with state and federal courts, including ECF/PACER systems.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Exceptional proofreading, grammar, and writing skills.

• Strong organizational and time management skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

• Self-motivated, resourceful, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using iManage or similar electronic document management systems.

• Experience with Relativity.

• Trial experience.

• Familiarity with Insurance Coverage and Insurance Defense practice groups.

• Experience with commercial litigation matters.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range $75K-$90K, commensurate with experience. •

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and 401(k) retirement plan.

• Remote/hybrid options available.

Additional Information • Background and reference checks will be conducted on final candidates.