A well-established and reputable civil defense firm located in DTLA, is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Litigation Paralegal to join their dynamic team. This Litigation Paralegal will support attorneys with all aspects of civil litigation, including document preparation, case management, legal research, discovery, trial preparation, and more. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil litigation defense, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

The Litigation Paralegal opportunity offers a hybrid remote work model and a friendly, collaborative team environment. We have placed paralegals here who are happy!

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive litigation support for civil defense cases, including case initiation, discovery, motions, and trial preparation.
• Draft, review, and file legal documents, including pleadings, discovery requests, subpoenas, motions, and correspondence.
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits, preparing witness lists, and creating trial notebooks.
• Coordinate the discovery process, including the preparation and review of discovery responses, document production, and the management of electronic discovery (eDiscovery).
• Conduct legal research on relevant laws, regulations, and case precedents.
• Communicate with clients, witnesses, experts, and opposing counsel, maintaining professional and effective relationships.
• Prepare deposition summaries and assist in the preparation of witness testimony.
• Maintain case files and ensure all documents are properly organized and up-to-date.
• Manage filing deadlines, court dates, and other important timelines.
• Assist with settlement negotiations, including preparation of settlement documents and coordination with clients.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement plan options.
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
• Professional development and training opportunities.

To apply, submit resumes ONLY to Vice President, Quidana Dove at Quidana.Dove< at >RobertHalf.< com >

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience as a litigation paralegal, with a strong background in civil defense litigation.
• Proficient in legal research tools (Westlaw, LexisNexis, etc.) and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Familiarity with court rules and procedures for both state and federal courts.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines with attention to detail.
• Knowledge of eDiscovery platforms and document management systems is preferred.
• Paralegal certification (e.g., from NALA, NFPA, or other recognized institutions) is a required.

To apply, submit resumes ONLY to Vice President, Quidana Dove at Quidana.Dove< at >RobertHalf.< com >