Complex Litigation Paralegal (DTLA)

Adams & Martin Group; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to provide support in various litigation matters including case organization and e-discovery. The ideal candidate will have a Paralegal Certification and at least 3 years of relevant experience. This full-time role offers flexibility with on-site and remote work options, along with providing trial support and conducting legal research.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience required.
• Flexibility in work direction and assignments.
• Ability to work extended hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation of complex legal documents.
• Provide on-site trial support, including out-of-state trials.
• Conduct legal research on various topics.

Skills

MS Office Suite proficiency

Legal support software proficiency

Advanced communication skills

Reasoning skills

Cite-checking skills

Education

High School Diploma, Bachelor's preferred

Paralegal Certification

Tools

Westlaw

Lexis

Relativity

Job description

Adams & Martin Group has partnered with a prestigious law firm to find an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join their litigation practice group. This position is based onsite/remote and involves supporting a wide range of litigation matters with a focus on case organization, e-discovery, trial preparation, and providing trial/arbitration support.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation of complex legal documents, discovery, analysis of wage and hour records, and creation of damages analyses.
• Ensure case organizational protocols are followed.
• Partner with case teams and colleagues to address client needs.
• Provide on-site trial support, including out-of-state trials.
• Conduct cite checks on federal and state court filings, including proofreading and editorial content review.
• Conduct calendaring and docketing legal analysis, maintaining an active secondary calendar for case teams.
• Conduct legal research on a variety of topics.
• Review and process subpoenas, compile personnel data/records, and communicate with requesting parties.
• Provide motion and deposition support, manage transcript databases, and handle witness interviews and filings.
• Assist with discovery, including drafting written discovery, objections, and managing document reviews.
• Engage in fact development and facilitate foreign language document translations.
• Coordinate and provide support on appellate filings, including preparation of appendices.
• Implement post-matter closing instructions, including compliance with litigation holds and document destruction policies.
• Participate in firm-sponsored trainings and apply learned principles in ongoing work.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required, Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Paralegal Certification (California Business and Professional Code Sect. 6450 compliant).
• 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Proficiency with legal support software: Westlaw, Lexis, Relativity, iTimekeep, Case Notebook, or similar tools.
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong reasoning skills and ability to interpret complex facts and themes.
• Flexibility in work direction and assignments.
• Strong cite-checking skills and ability to produce accurate results.
• Ability to work extended hours, nights, and weekends as needed.
• Demonstrate initiative, good judgment, and attention to detail.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal

Industries

• Law Practice and Legal Services

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