Paralegal - Trial & Defense

Clyde & Co US LLP; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 125,964,000 - 149,574,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Work Flexibility

Flexible Paid Time Off

Referral Rewards

Mentorship & Career Growth

Engaging Culture

Inclusive Parental Leave

Global Mobility Program

Career Development

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Disability Coverage

Job summary

Clyde & Co US LLP in Los Angeles is seeking an experienced paralegal with 3+ years of litigation to support our Trial & Defense team. The role handles busy caseloads, document review, and preparation of pleadings and discovery in a fast-paced setting.

The ideal candidate has strong written and verbal communication, high accuracy, and adaptability to changing workload. Hybrid opportunities and comprehensive benefits are available.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Litigation experience is preferred.
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with Court websites and efiling procedures.
• Well-developed organization and time management skills.
• Ability to handle highly sensitive information.
• Ability to gracefully work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility and adapts well to changes in workload.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Willing and able to learn new software.
• Intellectual curiosity.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a busy caseload.
• Draft, update and maintain spreadsheets to track status of cases.
• Assist in document review, organization and production and prepare privilege logs.
• Prepare medical record summaries and medical billing summary.
• Assist with depositions, exhibit preparation and digesting deposition transcripts.
• General case maintenance (organization of files such as correspondence, pleadings, discovery, etc.).
• Reviewing court dockets and electronic filing notifications.
• Assist counsel with all phases of litigation (pre-trial, trial and post-trial).
• Preparation of pleadings, discovery demands, discovery responses, trial lists, and other litigation documents.
• Intake and organization of voluminous document production received from clients, opposing parties, and non-parties.
• Scheduling and Designating IMEs.
• Following up for outstanding discovery.

Skills

Litigation experience

Written communication

Attention to detail

Court e-filing

Organization

Time management

Job description

Paralegal - Trial and Defense

Paralegal-Trial and Defense Clyde & Co is seeking an experienced paralegal with 3+ years of litigation experience to support our Trial & Defense team in Los Angeles. The opportunity is suited to someone who thrives within a busy, stimulating and fast-paced team environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a busy caseload
• Draft, update and maintain spreadsheets to track status of cases
• Assisting in document review, organization and production and prepare privilege logs
• Prepare medical record summaries and medical billing summary
• Assisting with depositions, exhibit preparation and digesting deposition transcripts
• General case maintenance (organization of files such as correspondence, pleadings, discovery, etc.)
• Reviewing court dockets and electronic filing notifications
• Assist counsel with all phases of litigation (pre-trial, trial and post-trial)
• Preparation of pleadings, discovery demands, discovery responses, trial lists, and other litigation documents
• Intake and organization of voluminous document production received from clients, opposing parties, and non-parties
• Scheduling and Designating IMEs
• Following up for outstanding discovery

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Litigation experience is preferred for this position
• Excellent written and communication skills
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Familiarity with Court websites and efiling procedures
• Well-developed organization and time management skills
• Ability to handle highly sensitive information
• Ability to gracefully work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility and adapts well to changes in workload
• Strong academic credentials
• Willing and able to learn new software
• Intellectual curiosity

Benefits

• Hybrid Work Flexibility – Enjoy a perfect balance between remote and in-office work
• Flexible Paid Time Off – Attorneys are trusted to use their professional judgment to take paid time off as needed
• Referral Rewards – Earn generous bonuses for introducing talented colleagues to our team
• Mentorship & Career Growth – Access strong mentorship, global training programs, and career development support
• Engaging Culture – Participate exciting social events, volunteer and community service initiatives, and professional development opportunities
• Inclusive Parental Leave – Six months fully paid, for all parents regardless of gender or path to parenthood
• Global Mobility Program – Participate client-facing events across North America and explore our international offices
• Career Development: Access regional and global associate training and career development programs
• Comprehensive Health Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
• Robust Disability Coverage – Comprehensive short-term and enhanced long-term disability plans

The salary range for this position is $43.96 - $52.20 an hour. The range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. It is not typical for an individual to be hired near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

When you work at Clyde & Co, you join a team of 500 partners, 2,400 lawyers, 3,200 legal professionals and 5,500 people in nearly 70 offices and associated offices worldwide. Our values are the principles that guide the decisions we make, unite us in our endeavours and strengthen our delivery, for both our clients and our firm. We work as one, excel with clients, celebrate difference and act boldly. We are committed to operating in a responsible way by progressing towards a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities and clients it serves. We are devoted to providing an environment in which everyone can realise their potential, using its legal and professional skills to support its communities. We do this through pro bono work, volunteering and charitable partnerships, and minimising the impact it has on the environment, including through our commitment to the SBTi Net-Zero standard and the setting of ambitious emissions reduction targets.

Our Commitment Clyde & Co is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Our values encourage us to support fairness, celebrate diversity and prohibit all forms of discrimination in the workplace to allow everyone to excel at work. Therefore, we welcome and encourage all applications from suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background or identity.

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It’s an exciting time to work with us. With challenging cases, impactful client projects, growing teams and new offices, you’ll work in a fast-paced environment with rewarding outcomes. Collectively, we strive towards our shared goal of consistently delivering exceptional outcomes and bringing the best out in each other.

Find out more about our firm. Explore where you could work with us. Discover where we are based. Our early careers programmes differ from any other law firm, because of our rich learning experience coupled with our opportunities to work directly with clients. In return, we ask you to bring your ambition and collaborative mind to support the firm’s continued success and growth. With over 65 offices in 26 countries, wherever you’re based, you’ll be empowered to accelerate your career doing interesting, stimulating work, achieving your potential and delivering exceptional outcomes. With 5,500 individuals with offices in every time zone, our drive for success is continuous, reaching across the globe. Our people stay with us because we invest in strong relationships and value shared success. Learn more about life with us.