Litigation Paralegal

Barnes Pailhe King & Bennett Search; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client in California is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support a busy trial practice. The role emphasizes strong trial preparation, meticulous document management, and proactive problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience, excellent organizational and time-management skills, and the ability to work independently. Some in-office availability in Los Angeles is required for trial preparation, with most

Qualifications

• 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience.
• Strong hands-on trial preparation experience.
• Experience with California civil litigation and court procedures.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Ability to prioritize and respond to shifting and time-sensitive assignments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with trial preparation and trial-related matters.
• Prepare and organize trial documents, exhibits, binders, and other trial materials.
• Assist with pretrial filings, motions in limine, and other time-sensitive trial deadlines.
• Coordinate witnesses, experts, and trial logistics.
• Manage court filings and monitor deadlines.
• Maintain case files and litigation calendars.
• Support attorneys through all phases of litigation

Skills

Litigation paralegal

Trial preparation

Organizational skills

Time management

Independent work

Prioritization

Written communication

Verbal communication

Job description

Our client, a fast-paced California litigation firm, is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support a busy trial practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an organized, proactive professional with strong trial preparation experience who thrives in a high-volume environment and can work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with trial preparation and trial-related matters
• Prepare and organize trial documents, exhibits, binders, and other trial materials
• Assist with pretrial filings, motions in limine, and other time-sensitive trial deadlines
• Coordinate witnesses, experts, and trial logistics
• Manage court filings and monitor deadlines
• Maintain case files and litigation calendars
• Support attorneys through all phases of litigation

  Qualifications

  • 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience
  • Strong hands-on trial preparation experience
  • Experience with California civil litigation and court procedures
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
  • Ability to prioritize and respond to shifting and time-sensitive assignments
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  Work Arrangement

  This position is primarily remote; however, candidates must be able to come into the Los Angeles office for trial preparation as needed. The ideal candidate is responsive, adaptable, collaborative, and comfortable supporting a high-volume litigation practice.