Litigation Paralegal - REMOTE IN CA!

The Los Angeles County Bar Association - LACBA; Los Angeles (CA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking firm as a Litigation Paralegal, where your expertise in California civil law and insurance defense will be valued. This role offers the flexibility to work remotely within California while contributing to a dynamic team. You will manage discovery processes, draft essential legal documents, and assist in trial preparations, ensuring that all aspects of litigation are handled efficiently. With a focus on maintaining billable hours and supporting attorneys, this position is ideal for someone with a strong background in insurance defense. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a supportive environment, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Litigation Paralegal, especially in insurance defense.
• Expertise in drafting and responding to discovery requests.

Responsibilities

• Manage discovery processes and prepare legal pleadings for litigation.
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation and maintain billing records.

Skills

California civil codes & procedures

Discovery processes

Drafting legal documents

Trial preparation

Insurance defense experience

First and third-party claims

Education

ABA-approved paralegal certificate

Job description

We are looking for a skilled Litigation Paralegal with a strong background in insurance defense to join a firm with offices throughout the US. This Litigation Paralegal can sit remote within California, but must reside within the state and have experience with California civil codes & procedures.

The ideal Litigation Paralegal will have extensive experience in handling discovery processes, drafting legal documents, and preparing for trials. First or third party liability claims experience is a plus. Prior insurance defense experience is a must.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee all aspects of discovery, including drafting, responding to, and organizing discovery requests and responses.

• Prepare legal pleadings, motions, and other documents necessary for litigation proceedings.

• Assist attorneys with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits, coordinating witnesses, and ensuring readiness for court.

• Maintain accurate and detailed billing records to meet the required billable hours of 1650 annually.

• Conduct research and gather documentation related to insurance defense cases, including first and third-party claims.

^ Pay is contingent upon experience.

We have placed numerous happy employees at this firm, in three different offices around the country!

Requirements:

• Living in CA and experience with CA civil law. Paralegals local to San Diego or Walnut Creek will be given preference.

• A minimum of 5 years of experience working as a Litigation Paralegal, ideally in insurance defense or a similar practice area.

• Proven expertise in handling first and third-party insurance claims.

• Proficiency in drafting and responding to discovery requests.

• Strong knowledge of trial preparation processes, including organizing and managing trial materials.

• Experience in maintaining and meeting billable hour requirements (ABA-approved paralegal certificate required for billing purposes).

• Familiarity with calendaring and court filing procedures is a plus.

Ready to apply? Send your resume directly to Melanie.Kent [at] roberthalf [dotcom] with "Litigation Paralegal - remote in CA" as the subject line.