Paralegal – Unlawful Detainer

Goodwin Recruiting; Los Angeles (CA); Remote; USD 113,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting seeks an experienced paralegal for a collaborative real estate litigation team supporting commercial clients across California. This role focuses on landlord-tenant matters with a commitment to professional development and excellence.

Responsibilities include drafting pleadings, managing dockets, e-filing, and coordinating discovery and trial prep in a fast-paced environment. Remote-friendly with a modern office setup.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of litigation paralegal experience, including 4+ years focused on unlawful detainer or landlord-tenant law in California.
• Proficiency in Adobe Acrobat Pro, Microsoft Office 365, and legal practice software (Clio, Filevine, MyCase, ProLaw).
• Excellent analytical, proofreading, and written/verbal communication skills, with the ability to manage high-pressure and fast-track legal proceedings.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and coordinate service of statutory pre-litigation notices in accordance with state and local law
• Prepare Judicial Council forms, complaints, answers, motions, and complex pleadings for unlawful detainer cases
• Manage litigation dockets, monitor deadlines, and maintain compliance with expedited statutory timelines
• E-file documents across various California jurisdictions and liaise with court personnel
• Propound and respond to discovery, including interrogatories and requests for production and admissions
• Assist with trial preparation, including exhibit management, subpoenas, and witness coordination
• Draft post-judgment documents and coordinate with county authorities on enforcement actions and evictions
• Serve as a primary point of contact between attorneys, clients, property managers, tenants, and related parties

Skills

Analytical skills

Proofreading

Written communication

Verbal communication

Tools

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Microsoft Office 365

Clio

Filevine

MyCase

ProLaw

Job description

Join an established legal organization with a collaborative real estate litigation team, supporting commercial clients throughout California. This is a unique opportunity to make a real impact in landlord-tenant law, working closely with a group committed to professional development and excellence.

Paralegal Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive annual salary up to $125K
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with firm match
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid state/federal holidays
• Fully remote and modern office environment

Paralegal Requirements & Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of litigation paralegal experience, including 4+ years focused on unlawful detainer or landlord-tenant law in California
• Proficiency in Adobe Acrobat Pro, Microsoft Office 365, and legal practice/case management software (Clio, Filevine, MyCase, ProLaw)
• Excellent analytical, proofreading, and written/verbal communication skills, with the ability to manage high-pressure and fast-track legal proceedings

Paralegal Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and coordinate service of statutory pre-litigation notices in accordance with state and local law
• Prepare Judicial Council forms, complaints, answers, motions, and complex pleadings for unlawful detainer cases
• Manage litigation dockets, monitor deadlines, and maintain compliance with expedited statutory timelines
• E-file documents across various California jurisdictions and liaise with court personnel
• Propound and respond to discovery, including interrogatories and requests for production and admissions
• Assist with trial preparation, including exhibit management, subpoenas, and witness coordination
• Draft post-judgment documents and coordinate with county authorities on enforcement actions and evictions
• Serve as a primary point of contact between attorneys, clients, property managers, tenants, and related parties