Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal

J; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with a Match

6 Personal Time-Off Days

6 Sick Days

Paid holidays

Free parking

Job summary

J&Y Law Firm in Los Angeles, CA, seeks an experienced Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys from filing through trial. The role requires handling discovery, drafting documents, managing deadlines, and coordinating depositions in a fast-paced plaintiff-side practice.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of personal injury litigation experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal experience.
• Prior experience with plaintiff-side personal injury matters.
• Strong understanding of pre-litigation and litigation processes.
• Experience handling cases throughout the litigation lifecycle.
• Experience propounding and responding to discovery.
• Experience drafting pleadings, motions, declarations, and other litigation documents.
• Knowledge of California court procedures, filing requirements, and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with personal injury cases from filing of the complaint through trial.
• Prepare, propound, and respond to written discovery.
• Draft motions, oppositions, replies, and other litigation documents.
• Draft pleadings, declarations, notices, and exhibit lists.
• Assist with discovery responses and document production.
• Calendar and monitor litigation deadlines.
• Notice and coordinate depositions.
• Coordinate hearings and court appearances.
• Organize documents and exhibits for filing.
• Assist with electronic court filings.
• Prepare professional correspondence to clients and opposing counsel.
• Maintain organized electronic case files.
• Assist with deposition/hearing preparation and trial preparation.

Skills

Paralegal experience

California procedure knowledge

Litigation calendaring

Discovery experience

Client communication

Job description

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Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal

Century City, CA, US

Salary Range: $40.00 To $50.00 Annually

About J&Y Law Firm

J&Y Law Firm is a rapidly growing Plaintiff’s Personal Injury and Elder Abuse law firm located in Los Angeles, California.

We are seeking an experienced Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal with 3–5 years of relevant personal injury litigation experience to join our growing litigation team.

We are committed to providing our clients with exceptional representation and the highest level of service. The ideal candidate is experienced, organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced litigation environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a paralegal who wants to take an active role in cases, work closely with attorneys, and continue growing professionally within an expanding law firm.

Why Join J&Y Law Firm?

At J&Y Law Firm, we believe that strong results come from strong teams. We provide:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Paid sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Free parking
• Modern technology and processes
• Challenging and interesting caseload
• Collaborative and team-oriented environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

Position Overview

The Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal will work closely with our litigation and trial attorneys to manage cases from the filing of the complaint through trial.

This position requires someone who understands the litigation process, can effectively manage deadlines and competing priorities, and is comfortable taking ownership of assigned responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assist attorneys with personal injury cases from filing of the complaint through trial
• Prepare, propound, and respond to written discovery
• Draft motions, oppositions, replies, and other litigation documents
• Draft pleadings, declarations, notices, and exhibit lists
• Assist with preparation of discovery responses and document production
• Calendar and monitor litigation deadlines
• Notice and coordinate depositions
• Coordinate hearings, court appearances, and appearance attorneys
• Organize documents and exhibits for filing
• Assist with electronic court filings
• Prepare professional correspondence to clients, opposing counsel, experts, and other parties
• Maintain organized and accurate electronic case files
• Assist attorneys with deposition and hearing preparation
• Assist with trial preparation, including exhibits, witness materials, and trial documents
• Communicate with clients regarding litigation-related matters as needed
• Track case deadlines and ensure assignments are completed timely
• Work collaboratively with attorneys and other members of the litigation team
• Complete special projects and additional litigation-related assignments as needed

Required Qualifications

To be considered for this position, candidates must have:

• 3–5 years of Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal experience
• Prior experience working specifically with plaintiff-side personal injury matters
• Strong understanding of both pre-litigation and litigation processes
• Experience handling cases throughout the litigation lifecycle
• Experience propounding and responding to discovery
• Experience drafting pleadings, motions, declarations, and other litigation documents
• Knowledge of California court procedures, filing requirements, and litigation deadlines
• Strong calendaring and deadline-management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple assignments simultaneously
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong work ethic, accountability, and professionalism
• Ability to work independently while also contributing to a team environment
• Bilingual in Spanish is a strong plus

J&Y Law Firm offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with a Match
• 6 Personal Time-Off Days
• 6 Sick Days
• Paid holidays
• Free parking

What Success Looks Like

A successful Litigation Paralegal at J&Y Law Firm is someone who:

• Takes ownership of assignments and deadlines
• Produces accurate and thorough work
• Communicates proactively with attorneys and team members
• Maintains organized case files and calendars
• Handles a fast-paced caseload without sacrificing quality
• Demonstrates professionalism when communicating with clients and opposing counsel
• Works collaboratively toward successful outcomes for our clients

Join Our Team

At J&Y Law Firm, we value our employees and believe in creating a culture of growth, development, teamwork, and success.

As our firm continues to grow, you will have opportunities to expand your skills, take on greater responsibilities, and advance professionally.

All applications are confidential.