Location: Glendale, CA 91203 Job Type: Contract with potential for permanent hire (Onsite) Pay Rate: Up to $45/hour DOE
Our client is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant/Paralegal to provide comprehensive litigation and administrative support to attorneys handling civil defense matters. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented legal professional to play a key role throughout the litigation process, from case inception through trial preparation.
Key Responsibilities
Support attorneys in all phases of civil defense litigation.
Manage and maintain physical and electronic case files.
Conduct legal and factual research using Westlaw, court databases, and other legal resources.
Draft, proofread, and prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, declarations, and legal correspondence.
Assist with discovery, including drafting requests, reviewing responses, and coordinating document productions.
Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, medical providers, and other third parties to obtain records and case-related information.
Prepare case status reports, deposition summaries, discovery summaries, medical summaries, subpoenas, and correspondence.
File court documents electronically in California state and federal courts, ensuring compliance with filing procedures and deadlines.
Create and maintain Tables of Authorities (TOAs) and Tables of Contents (TOCs).
Coordinate record collection and organization, including medical, employment, and other relevant documents.
Manage attorney calendars and track critical litigation deadlines.
Assist with trial preparation, including exhibits, witness coordination, trial binders, and courtroom logistics.
Provide additional administrative and litigation support as needed.
Qualifications
Paralegal Certificate or Attorney Declaration (Sign-Off) pathway required.
Experience with ProLaw and/or LexisNexis preferred.
Bachelor's degree, Associate degree, or Paralegal Studies certification preferred.
Minimum of 3 years of litigation experience; civil defense experience strongly preferred.
Strong knowledge of litigation procedures, legal terminology, court rules, and legal research methods.
Excellent legal writing, drafting, proofreading, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of working independently.
Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Experience with legal databases, document management systems, and eFiling platforms.
Professional verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred Background:
Civil defense litigation experience
California state and federal court filing experience
Strong trial preparation and case management skills