Paralegal - Litigation Defense - Transportation Law, General Liability 100% in office- no remote

Haight Brown & Bonesteel; Long Beach (CA); Remote; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established civil litigation defense law firm is seeking a detail-oriented Paralegal to join their dynamic team in Long Beach. This role involves summarizing and indexing critical documents, performing legal research, and preparing court filings. With a focus on teamwork and career development, the firm offers a supportive environment where you can thrive professionally. Enjoy a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical and dental coverage, as you contribute to impactful legal cases. If you're passionate about the law and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Qualifications

• Certificate from an ABA-approved paralegal program is required.
• Strong understanding of California civil procedure is essential.

Responsibilities

• Summarize documents and perform legal research for litigation.
• Prepare court filings and assist attorneys during trials.

Skills

Legal Research

Document Summarization

Court Filings Preparation

Understanding of California Code of Civil Procedure

Time Billing at Law Firm

Education

Certificate from ABA-approved Paralegal Program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Paralegal - Litigation Defense - Transportation Law, General Liability 100% in office- no remote

Haight Brown & Bonesteel is looking for a Paralegal - Litigation Defense - Transportation Law, General Liability 100% in office- no remote in Long Beach, CA.

This local job opportunity with ID 3053085582 is live since 2025-01-29 14:03:32.

Haight Brown & Bonesteel LLP’s downtown Los Angeles office is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented paralegal. This position requires a daily commute to our downtown LA office with no remote or hybrid work offered.

Haight is a well-established (85 years) civil litigation defense law firm with offices statewide offering outstanding resources. We are a close-knit group of professionals who excel in our practices.

Responsibilities:

1. Summarize and index documents including medical chronologies and billing summaries in personal injury cases
2. Perform legal research
3. Prepare court filings, draft and issue subpoenas
4. Collect, organize & summarize correspondences, contracts, subcontracts, invoices, plans, drawings, change orders, photographs and large volumes of data in complex litigation
5. Review discovery responses from opposing counsel; prepare discovery & deposition summaries and document productions
6. Assist attorneys in trial phase of litigation; review local rules of court for the preparation of trial documents including trial notebooks, trial exhibits, draft Motions in Limine; coordinate witnesses for trial appearances

Requirements:

1. Certificate of completion from a paralegal program approved by the American Bar Association
2. Strong understanding of the California Code of Civil Procedure
3. Experience billing your time at a law firm
4. Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Our firm culture includes a mix of teamwork, good communication, a work/life balance and career development opportunities.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance and flexible spending accounts.

All resume submissions are strictly confidential.