Litigation Paralegal

Luther Lanard, PC; Newport Beach (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Unlimited PTO

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Luther Lanard PC, a boutique litigation firm in Newport Beach, CA, seeks a skilled litigation paralegal. You’ll manage deadlines, filings, and discovery, helping prep cases for hearings and trials. You’ll collaborate directly with attorneys and clients, contributing to efficient case handling while maintaining work-life balance.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, strong communication, and independent problem-solving. Hybrid schedule and competitive pay with bonus potential are offered.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of litigation paralegal experience.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks.
• Experience with AI tools is a plus (Lexis Shepard, RealityCheck, Claude).
• Bonus: arbitration or state/federal court practice experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation calendars, deadlines, and court/arbitration filings.
• Review documents and prepare discovery requests/responses.
• Prepare for and attend trials, hearings, and arbitrations.
• Draft and assist with pleadings and demand letters.
• Serve as a point of contact for clients and outside vendors.
• Maintain accurate case records in firm systems.
• Coordinate with Accounting and Firm Operations to support Legal Operations.

Skills

Litigation paralegal experience

Deadline management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tech savvy

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Lexis Shepard

RealityCheck

Claude

Job description

Litigation Paralegal, Luther Lanard PC (Newport Beach, CA)

$80,000 – $95,000 per year + bonus

About Us

Luther Lanard PC is a growing boutique litigation law firm in prestigious Newport Beach, California. We represent franchisees worldwide in disputes, transactions, and everything in between. Our litigation team handles complex legal matters in arbitration and in state and federal court.

About You

You’re a skilled litigation paralegal looking for a law firm that understands how to get the job done while respecting healthy boundaries. Do we have billable requirements – sure. But we also want you to have a life outside of work. You'll do the normal paralegal tasks: manage deadlines and filings, prepare discovery, help draft pleadings and demand letters, and help get cases ready for hearings and trial with attention to detail. You'll also attend them! We like to consider our paralegals the heart of our matters – you keep things flowing!

You don't need franchise law experience.

Why Join Us

• Direct, hands-on work with attorneys and clients


• Get paid to learn a new area of law (franchise law)


• Competitive salary of $80,000 – $95,000 per year + bonus potential


• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits (employer-subsidized)


• Unlimited PTO (if meeting your billable goal)


• 10 paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday


• Hybrid work schedule (3 in office/2 days from home)

Compensation

$80,000 - $95,000 yearly

Qualifications

• What You Bring


• At least 2 years of litigation paralegal experience


• Bachelor's degree


• A track record of staying organized and meeting deadlines


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• The ability to solve problems independently and take ownership of your work


• Strong technology skills – experience utilizing AI is a plus (Lexis Shepard, RealityCheck, Claude)


• Bonus: Experience with arbitration or with state or federal court practice

Responsibilities

• What You'll Do


• Manage litigation calendars, deadlines, and court and arbitration filings


• Review documents and prepare discovery requests and responses


• Prepare for and attend trials, hearings, and arbitrations


• Draft and assist with pleadings and demand letters


• Serve as a point of contact for clients and outside vendors


• Maintain accurate case records in firm systems


• Coordinate with Accounting and Firm Operations to support Legal Operations