Litigation Paralegal

D3 Search; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 112,500 - 137,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Generous PTO

Paid onsite covered parking

Annual salary reviews/increases

Lucrative bonuses

Job summary

A national law practice in Los Angeles is looking for an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join their team. The role entails significant responsibilities in both paralegal duties and administrative support. With a salary up to $125,000 and a flexible hybrid work model of 3 onsite and 2 remote days, the ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience and an ABA-accredited Paralegal Certification. Comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth are included.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a civil litigation paralegal in a mid-size or large law firm.
• Prior employment law experience preferred.
• Availability to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prepare error-free correspondence and legal documents.
• Assist in all aspects of civil litigation.
• Perform legal research to support case strategy.
• Prepare document productions and maintain detailed indexes.
• Prepare exhibits and supporting documents for depositions.

Skills

Strong understanding of federal and state court rules

Proficient in electronic research

Detail-oriented

Excellent written and verbal communication

Strong organizational skills

Customer service mindset

Education

ABA-accredited Paralegal Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

iManage

Relativity

Westlaw

LexMachina

Job description

Litigation Paralegal

Location: Los Angeles, CA (90067)

Position Type: Full-time, Non-exempt, hourly

Employer Work Model: Flex hybrid – 3 onsite / 2 remote days per week

Position Overview

Prominent and respected national law practice is seeking a dynamic, experienced Litigation Paralegal to join its thriving Los Angeles office. This hourly, non‑exempt position reports to the Office Managing Partner and works closely with attorneys at all levels to deliver high-quality legal services. The role combines paralegal duties with administrative support, including calendar management, scheduling, billable time entry, and legal document preparation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities – Administrative

• Draft and prepare error‑free correspondence, memoranda, and legal documents from written or oral drafts.
• Review documents for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and formatting accuracy.
• Record time and billing entries daily.
• Maintain client SharePoint sites and ensure compliance with client procedures.
• Foster strong professional relationships with clients, attorneys, and staff while maintaining confidentiality.
• Provide proactive support that allows attorneys to focus on client matters and business development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities – Paralegal

• Assist in all aspects of civil litigation, from pre‑litigation through trial, including mediation and settlement.
• Manage documents, maintaining files chronologically, numerically, or by subject matter.
• Research and investigate facts and documents online, including opposing parties’ litigation history, social media platforms, and business records.
• Prepare fact chronologies and subject‑matter categorizations under attorney guidance.
• Attend witness interviews and prepare summaries.
• Perform legal research to support case strategy, including relevant statutes and case law.
• Prepare document productions, evaluate confidential information, and maintain detailed indexes.
• Collaborate with Litigation Support on ESI document productions.
• Review and summarize discovery responses and document productions, including medical, financial, and employment records.
• Draft discovery documents, subpoenas, and discovery motions under attorney direction.
• Review and respond to discovery requests, preparing relevant objections.
• Prepare exhibits and supporting documents for depositions, motions, and other pre‑trial filings.
• Draft subpoenas, authorizations, and requests to agencies (e.g., EEOC, DFEH, DIR).
• Assist with trial preparation: exhibits, notebooks, deposition testimony, jury instructions, trial subpoenas, verdict forms, and other pre‑trial filings.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of federal and state court rules, discovery procedures, and litigation processes.
• Proficient in electronic research, litigation databases, and document‑management tools.
• Highly detail‑oriented with consistent delivery of error‑free work.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a civil litigation paralegal in a mid‑size or large law firm.
• ABA‑accredited Paralegal Certification required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and problem‑solving abilities; self‑starter mentality.
• Prior employment law experience preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, iManage (or equivalent DMS), Relativity, Westlaw, and LexMachina.
• Customer service mindset with the ability to anticipate attorney needs.
• Availability to work overtime as needed.

Annual Salary/Compensation & Health Benefits

Yearly salary up to $125,000 (DOE/DOQ). Comprehensive health benefits package, generous PTO, hybrid 3/2 work model, paid onsite covered parking, annual salary reviews/increases, lucrative bonuses, and many employee‑centered perks.

Contact

If interested and you meet the above qualifications, please contact Don Moser, D3 Search.

D3 Legal Search LLC (aka D3 Search) and its clients are equal‑opportunity employers. Pursuant to local ordinances, we will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.