Senior Products Liability Litigation Paralegal

Barnes & Thornburg LLP; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnes & Thornburg LLP in Los Angeles is seeking an experienced litigation support professional to assist attorneys through all phases of litigation, from discovery to trial. You will prepare, file, and organize documents with federal and state courts, conduct legal research, draft pleadings and correspondence, and manage case files, calendars, and deadlines.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree and/or Paralegal Certificate, 5+ years of litigation experience, PACER/ECF proficiency, strong

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

Research

Drafting

Document management

Time management

Litigation experience

PACER/ECF proficiency

Mass tort/MDL exposure

Education

Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate

Tools

Excel

PACER/ECF

Job description

Barnes & Thornburg LLP in Los Angeles is seeking an experienced litigation support professional to assist attorneys through all phases of litigation, from discovery to trial. You will prepare, file, and organize documents with federal and state courts, conduct legal research, draft pleadings and correspondence, and manage case files, calendars, and deadlines.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree and/or Paralegal Certificate, 5+ years of litigation experience, PACER/ECF proficiency, strong