Litigation Paralegal

D3 Legal Search, LLC; Los Angeles (CA); Híbrido; USD 113.000 - 138.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health benefits

Generous PTO

401(k) plan

Paid parking onsite

Flex hybrid 3/2 work model

Annual reviews

Lucrative bonuses

Descripción de la vacante

D3 Legal Search, LLC is seeking a Litigation Paralegal for a prominent national defense practice in downtown Los Angeles. The role targets 4+ years of experience in product liability and class action defense, with duties spanning all phases of litigation, including trial support, document management, and e-discovery.

Candidates should possess a bachelor’s degree or ABA-approved paralegal certificate, strong organizational skills, and proficiency with Lexis, Relativity, CaseMap, and

Formación

• 4+ years of relevant experience managing complex product liability and class action cases through all phases of litigation, including trial preparation.
• Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program.
• Significant trial preparation and courtroom experience.
• Proficiency in legal software and e-discovery tools (Lexis, Relativity, CaseMap, TrialDirector).

Responsabilidades

• Assist with case management and trial preparation, including document organization, witness prep, and exhibit management.
• Draft and file pleadings, discovery requests/responses, and other legal documents, including motions and subpoenas.
• Organize and manage large documents, conduct substantive reviews, and assist with e-discovery processes.
• Coordinate with expert witnesses, clients, and vendors, and oppose counsel during case prep and trial.
• Support during trial, managing exhibits, logistics, and courtroom technology.
• Perform legal research, draft case summaries, and maintain case databases.
• Provide post-trial assistance, including settlement documentation and final materials.

Conocimientos

Litigation experience

Product liability

Class action

Educación

Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate

Herramientas

Lexis

Relativity

CaseMap

TrialDirector

Descripción del empleo

D3 Search is actively seeking a Litigation Paralegal on behalf of a prominent national defense practice with a long-standing office located in downtown Los Angeles, CA (90071).

Litigation Paralegal

• Important Note: 4+ yrs. relevant litigation experience/expertise (product liability & class action defense) is REQUIRED.

Employment Status:

Full-time/direct-hire employment. Non-exempt role (OT eligible in accordance w/ CA laws).

Employer Work Model:

Highly respected and well-established national defense practice is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Litigation Paralegal to join their Product Liability and Class Action Litigation Group in downtown Los Angeles (90071).

The ideal candidate will have at least 4+ years of relevant experience managing complex product liability and class action cases through all phases of litigation, including trial preparation and support.

• Assist with all aspects of case management and trial preparation, including document organization, witness preparation, and exhibit management
• Draft and file pleadings, discovery requests, responses, and other legal documents, including motions and subpoenas
• Organize and manage large volumes of documents, conduct substantive document reviews, and assist with e-discovery processes
• Coordinate with expert witnesses, clients, and vendors, as well as opposing counsel, during case preparation and trial
• Act as a key support member during trial, managing exhibits, logistics, and technology in the courtroom
• Perform legal research, assist in drafting case summaries, and maintain case-related databases
• Provide post-trial assistance, including preparing settlement documentation and organizing final case materials
• Maintain strict confidentiality and ensure compliance with legal procedures and court rules
• Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program
• 4+ years of experience as a litigation paralegal, with a focus on product liability and class action cases (automotive industry experience is a plus)
• Significant trial preparation and courtroom experience
• Proficiency in legal software and e-discovery tools (e.g., Lexis, Relativity, CaseMap, TrialDirector)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to travel and work extended hours during trial periods

Annual 1550 hrs. target.

Starting annual salary is up to 125K~ DOE/DOQ. Employer offers a comprehensive & robust health benefits package, generous PTO, 401K, paid parking onsite, flex hybrid 3/2 work model, annual reviews & lucrative bonuses, etc.

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.