Paralegal – Complex Litigation

California Job Shop; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 46,838 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Employer Match

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Paid Time Off

Professional Development Assistance

Job summary

California Job Shop is seeking an experienced Paralegal in Long Beach, California. This full-time role involves providing essential support to attorneys in high-stakes litigation cases, from inception through trial.

Ideal candidates should have a minimum of 4 years of paralegal experience, strong knowledge of California civil procedures, and proficiency with legal research tools. The firm offers a collaborative environment and hybrid working options, along with a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental insurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience as a Paralegal, preferably in litigation.
• Experience with California court e-filing systems.
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation files from case inception through trial.
• Coordinate and process filings in California state and federal courts.
• Assist attorneys in preparing motions and pleadings.

Skills

Strong knowledge of California civil procedure and court rules

Proficiency with Westlaw and/or LexisNexis

Exceptional organizational skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Job description

Paralegal – Complex Litigation

Location: Long Beach, California (Hybrid)

Position Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $34.00–$38.00 per hour DOE

About the Opportunity

A growing mid‑sized law firm is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join this collaborative team and provide critical support to attorneys handling high‑exposure litigation from inception through trial. This position is ideal for a detail‑oriented litigation professional who enjoys working in a fast‑paced environment and wants meaningful involvement in complex cases, strategy development, and trial preparation.

Practice Areas

• Insurance Defense
• Complex Litigation
• Personal Injury
• Premises Liability
• Public Entity Defense

Case Management & Litigation Support

• Manage litigation files from case inception through trial
• Maintain litigation calendars and monitor critical deadlines
• Coordinate and process filings in California state and federal courts
• Communicate with clients, experts, opposing counsel, and court personnel

Legal Research & Document Preparation

• Conduct legal research utilizing Westlaw and/or LexisNexis
• Draft, revise, and proofread pleadings, correspondence, and legal documents
• Prepare case summaries, legal memoranda, and litigation analyses

Discovery

• Draft and respond to written discovery, including interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission
• Organize, review, and analyze document productions
• Prepare meet‑and‑confer correspondence and discovery‑related materials
• Medical records; coordinate the retention of medical experts and transmit medical records and case materials for expert review.

Motion & Pleading Support

• Assist attorneys in preparing motions, including summary judgment motions, demurrers, motions to strike, and discovery motions
• Compile supporting exhibits, declarations, and evidentiary materials
• Prepare filings for court submission

Deposition & Trial Support

• Coordinate deposition scheduling and preparation
• Summarize deposition transcripts and key testimony
• Assist attorneys during depositions, mediations, and trial
• Organize trial exhibits, witness files, and trial binders

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience as a Paralegal, preferably in litigation
• Strong knowledge of California civil procedure and court rules
• Experience with California court e‑filing systems
• Proficiency with Westlaw and/or LexisNexis
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Why Here?

• Work directly with experienced trial attorneys on sophisticated litigation matters
• Gain hands‑on exposure to all phases of litigation and trial preparation
• Collaborative and supportive team culture
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Hybrid work flexibility

Benefits

• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Development Assistance
• Employee Referral Program