Trial Litigation Paralegal

Adams & Martin Group

Costa Mesa (CA)

On-site

USD 68,880 - 89,544

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A legal services firm in California is seeking an experienced Paralegal to support trial functions, manage e-discovery processes, and assist in preparation for legal proceedings. The ideal candidate will have a solid knowledge of legal terminology, excellent communication skills, and the ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently. This role is contract-based offering $50-$65/hr, depending on experience.

Qualifications

Minimum of eight-ten years of experience in a paralegal role, focusing on trial support.
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrate extreme discretion and confidentiality with clients.

Responsibilities

Draft various discovery-related documents including subpoenas.
Manage e-discovery processes and maintain production logs.
Prepare exhibit and witness lists for trials.

Skills

Experience with e-discovery

Strong knowledge of legal terminology

Effective written and oral communication

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Sound judgment in resolving complex matters

Job description

Overview

Be among the first 25 applicants. This range is provided by Adams & Martin Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$50.00/hr - $65.00/hr

Responsibilities

Draft various discovery-related documents, including substantive responses and subpoenas.
Collaborate with legal assistants to maintain organized case files.
Manage e-discovery processes, including document collections, reviews, and production. Maintain accurate production logs and privilege logs.
Prepare deposition tracking sheets and indices of deposition exhibits.
Conduct Westlaw background checks, verdict searches and expert searches.
Coordinate with firm administrative departments for logistical trial preparation.
Prepare exhibit and witness lists.
Prepare witness binders and indices of deposition exhibits with corresponding trial exhibit numbers.
Display exhibits at trials and arbitrations using OnCue.
Ensure knowledge and compliance with pre-trial submissions to the court, including local rules, department rules, and motion in limine procedures.
Handle Final Status Conference submissions to the court.
Trial responsibilities include attendance with flexibility for late-night hours and early mornings; manage trial binders and understand courtroom procedures; lodge trial transcripts; track and document exhibits admitted at trial; monitor trial time; coordinate with vendors, hotel staff, drivers, food orders and deliveries, and printing vendors.

Desired Candidate

A minimum of eight-ten years of experience in a paralegal role, with a focus on trial support.
Experience with e-discovery, ideally with Disco.
Strong knowledge of legal terminology and court procedures.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrate sound judgment in resolving complex matters and the ability to analyze diverse sources of information to solve problems.
Effective written and oral communication skills, with the ability to engage a diverse group of individuals, from support staff to senior business leaders.
Exercise extreme discretion and confidentiality with clients.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.

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