Hybrid Civil Litigation Paralegal | Discovery & Trial Prep Pro

LHH; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits program

Generous 401(k) plan

Job summary

LHH is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support a busy civil defense practice in Los Angeles. You will manage case files, coordinate discovery, support trial preparation, and assist attorneys throughout all phases of litigation.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in civil litigation, experience with medical chronologies and expert witnesses, and knowledge of state and federal procedures. Strong research, organizational skills, and the ability to work independently are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of civil litigation paralegal experience.
• Experience preparing medical chronologies and working with expert witnesses.
• Knowledge of state and federal court procedures.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong legal research, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proven ability to work independently while collaborating with legal teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation files from intake through settlement, mediation, arbitration, or trial.
• Draft discovery requests and assist with responses, document productions, and privilege logs.
• Prepare subpoenas for records, depositions, and production.
• Coordinate and prepare attorneys for depositions and hearings.
• Conduct factual investigations and online research.
• Retain and coordinate expert witnesses and consultants.
• Track deadlines and ensure timely filings and responses.
• Prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, and case summaries.
• Organize and manage electronic and physical evidence.

Skills

Civil litigation

Medical chronologies

Expert witnesses

Court procedures

Legal research

Case management

Education

Bachelor's degree / Paralegal Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Legal research platforms

Federal & state court filing systems

Document management systems

E-discovery software

Trial presentation platforms

Job description

LHH is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support a busy civil defense practice in Los Angeles. You will manage case files, coordinate discovery, support trial preparation, and assist attorneys throughout all phases of litigation.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in civil litigation, experience with medical chronologies and expert witnesses, and knowledge of state and federal procedures. Strong research, organizational skills, and the ability to work independently are essential.