Litigation Paralegal

Litigation Paralegal

Location: Downtown Los Angeles, CA – Hybrid Schedule (3 Days Onsite After 90-Day Probationary Period)

Salary: Up to $115,000/year along with Paid Time Off, Paid Sick Time and Holidays, Healthcare, Dental and Vision Coverage, 401k

Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire, Hybrid

LHH is working with a reputable regional civil litigation defense firm in seeking a skilled and experienced Litigation Paralegal to join their team in their Downtown Los Angeles office. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in civil litigation defense, with a strong foundation in trial preparation and eDiscovery. This is a full-time role offering a hybrid schedule after an initial 90-day onsite period.

Responsibilities:

Provide litigation support to attorneys at all stages of the case, including depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trials

Assist with full trial preparation, including:

Drafting and organizing pre-trial pleadings

Preparing exhibit and witness lists

Creating trial binders and coordinating logistics

Providing onsite trial support and post-trial assistance

Manage eDiscovery processes, including document review, data organization, and production

Maintain and organize case files and litigation databases

Draft and file legal documents in state and federal courts

Summarize depositions, medical records, discovery responses, and other litigation materials

Communicate with clients, experts, court personnel, and vendors

Qualifications:

Minimum 4 years of civil litigation defense experience as a paralegal

Trial preparation experience is required

Proven experience with eDiscovery platforms and document management systems

Bachelor’s degree (BA or BS) required

Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program (or equivalent) required

Thorough knowledge of California and federal court rules and procedures

Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and litigation support software