Litigation Paralegal

Synectics Inc.; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

PTO 15 days

Employer-paid health benefits

401(k) with employer matching

Job summary

Synectics Inc. is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys handling commercial and employment matters.

The ideal candidate will have strong litigation experience, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment. The role requires 3+ years of litigation paralegal experience and substantial exposure to commercial or employment matters, with proficiency in e-filing and document management.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of litigation paralegal experience is required.
• Experience in commercial or employment litigation is essential.
• Strong research and writing abilities are needed.
• Excellent organization and file-management skills are required.
• Proficiency with MS Office and legal tech tools is expected.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys throughout all stages of commercial and employment litigation.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and other documents.
• Conduct legal research and gather information to support case strategy.
• Manage case files, documents, exhibits, and deadlines.
• Coordinate depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Prepare and file documents through state and federal e-filing systems.
• Assist with discovery and document production and review.
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Assist with trial preparation, including exhibits and witness materials.

Skills

Litigation experience

Commercial & Employment litigation

Legal research

Case management

Documentation & e-filing

Communication

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Legal tech / document management

Tools

Document management systems

e-filing systems

Legal research databases

Job description

Litigation Paralegal - Commercial & Employment Litigation

Experience: 3+ years of litigation paralegal experience

Focus: Commercial and Employment Litigation

About The Opportunity

A growing law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys handling commercial and employment litigation matters. The ideal candidate will have strong litigation experience, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support attorneys throughout all stages of commercial and employment litigation.
• Draft and assist with pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and gather information to support case preparation and strategy.
• Manage case files, documents, exhibits, and litigation deadlines.
• Coordinate depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Prepare and file documents through state and federal e-filing systems.
• Assist with discovery and document production, including reviewing, organizing, and analyzing documents.
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and other parties.
• Assist with trial preparation, including exhibits, witness materials, and trial binders.
• Provide administrative support, including calendar management, scheduling, and maintaining contact information.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of litigation paralegal experience.
• Substantial experience with commercial or employment litigation.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal litigation procedures and rules of civil procedure.
• Experience with discovery, document production, depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation.
• Proficiency with legal research and legal research databases.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal technology, including document management and e-filing systems.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with attorneys and team members.
• Professional, proactive, and client-service oriented.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $75,000-$110,000, based on experience
• Discretionary bonus opportunities
• 15 days of PTO
• Employer-paid health benefits
• 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions up to 4%