Litigation Paralegal

Permanent Placements LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 69,196 - 84,722; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunity for professional growth

Job summary

Permanent Placements LLC is seeking an experienced litigation paralegal in Los Angeles to manage cases from inception through trial. Responsibilities include drafting legal documents, maintaining case files, and supporting the legal team with case preparation.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of litigation experience, a Bachelor’s degree, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and eDiscovery tools. The position offers an hourly pay range of $50.23 – $61.50 along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Ability to qualify as a paralegal under California Business & Professions Code § 6450.
• Minimum 5 years of litigation paralegal experience in a law firm or in-house legal department.
• Strong understanding of California and federal court procedures and rules.

Responsibilities

• Manage cases from inception through trial, settlement, and appeal.
• Draft, review, and revise legal documents.
• Provide high-level administrative and case management support to attorneys.

Skills

eDiscovery tools

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Westlaw

Lexis

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Manage cases from inception through trial, settlement, and appeal
• Draft, review, and revise legal documents
• Maintain case files and update discovery logs and indices
• Support and manage document productions and eDiscovery processes
• Assist with deposition and hearing preparation, including exhibit organization and witness materials
• Conduct cite-checking for legal briefs and filings
• Coordinate with litigation support teams on database management (e.g., iPro or similar platforms)
• Assist with document review using standard review tools
• Provide high-level administrative and case management support to attorneys

Qualifications

• Ability to qualify as a paralegal under California Business & Professions Code § 6450
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum 5 years of litigation paralegal experience in a law firm or in-house legal department
• Strong understanding of California and federal court procedures and rules
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, etc.)
• Experience with eDiscovery tools and processes, including document management and production
• Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat Pro
• Familiarity with legal research platforms such as Westlaw and/or Lexis (preferred)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and attention to confidentiality

Expectations

• Meet an annual billable hour target (approximately 1,575 hours)
• Availability to work extended hours as needed
• Ability to travel occasionally for case support
• Maintain a reliable and professional work schedule

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay range: $50.23 – $61.50, depending on experience, qualifications, and skill set
• Comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare and retirement plans
• Opportunity to work on high-profile, precedent-setting matters within a collaborative team environment

Additional Information

Our client is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants consistent with applicable laws. They are committed to fostering an inclusive and professional work environment.