Litigation Paralegal

D3 Legal Search, LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

PTO

401K

Paid parking onsite

Hybrid 3/2 work model

Annual reviews

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

D3 Legal Search, LLC is actively seeking a Litigation Paralegal for its prominent national defense practice in downtown Los Angeles, CA. The role requires 4+ years of focused experience in product liability and class action cases, trial preparation, and strong e-discovery skills.

Responsibilities include managing case materials, drafting pleadings, coordinating with witnesses, and assisting during trials. A ABA-approved paralegal certificate or bachelor’s degree is required; travel and extended

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant litigation experience, including product liability and class action defense.
• Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program.
• Proficiency with legal software and e-discovery tools.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to travel and work extended hours during trial periods.

Responsibilities

• 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 large volumes of documents and assist with e-discovery processes.
• Coordinate with expert witnesses, clients, and vendors, and opposing counsel during case prep and trial.
• Manage exhibits, logistics, and technology in the courtroom during trial.
• Perform legal research, draft case summaries, and maintain case databases.
• Provide post-trial assistance, including settlement documentation and final materials.

Skills

Litigation experience

Case management

Communication

Organizational skills

Travel readiness

Attention to detail

Trial support

Education

ABA-approved paralegal program

Tools

Lexis

Relativity

CaseMap

TrialDirector

Job description

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 HIGHLY PREFERRED.

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

Starting annual salary is 120K+/-~ DOE/DOQ. Employer offers a comprehensive & robust health benefits package, generous PTO, 401K, paid parking onsite, 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.