Senior Litigation Paralegal - Discovery & Trial Prep (LA)

Barnes & Thornburg LLP; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnes & Thornburg LLP is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to join our Litigation Department in the Los Angeles office. The role supports attorneys through all phases of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, hearings, and trial.

Responsibilities include drafting pleadings, filing with courts via PACER/ECF, organizing documents, and assisting with trial prep. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of litigation experience, with strong research and Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and/or Paralegal Certificate required.
• 5+ years of litigation experience.
• Working knowledge of filing procedures and court rules, including PACER/ECF.
• Strong research, drafting, and document management skills.
• Excellent communication, organization, and time management abilities.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Mass tort/MDL experience and Excel proficiency are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to attorneys throughout all phases of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, hearings, and trial.
• Prepare, organize, and file documents with federal and state courts, including through PACER/ECF.
• Conduct legal research and assist with drafting pleadings, correspondence, and discovery responses.
• Finalize legal briefs, including checking citations and preparing exhibits.
• Manage case files, calendars, and deadlines to ensure timely and accurate case progression.
• Coordinate large-scale document productions and maintain databases or spreadsheets to track evidence and case materials.
• Assist with trial preparation, including witness binders, exhibits, and logistics.
• Communicate effectively with attorneys, clients, and external parties.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal research

Document management

Communication

Time management

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate

Tools

PACER/ECF

Excel

Job description

Barnes & Thornburg LLP is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to join our Litigation Department in the Los Angeles office. The role supports attorneys through all phases of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, hearings, and trial.

Responsibilities include drafting pleadings, filing with courts via PACER/ECF, organizing documents, and assisting with trial prep. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of litigation experience, with strong research and Excel skills.