Litigation Paralegal
Pay Rate: $40 to $50 per hour DOE
Location: Downtown Los Angeles, CA
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire, Full-Time, Onsite for the first 45 days then hybrid 3 days onsite
LHH is partnering with a national law firm seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal on a contract-to-hire basis to support a busy business litigation practice in Downtown Los Angeles. This role requires a hands-on paralegal with strong trial preparation experience and the ability to manage matters from pleadings through trial. There is strong potential for conversion based on performance and business need.
Responsibilities
Assist attorneys in all phases of litigation, from initial pleadings through trial support
Prepare for trial, including trial binders, witness files, exhibit preparation, and trial logistics
Independently handle court filings and ensure compliance with deadlines in state and federal courts
Draft pleadings, correspondence, discovery materials, and other legal documents
Organize, maintain, and manage case files and litigation calendars
Coordinate with clients, witnesses, experts, and court personnel
Support discovery processes
Qualifications
3+ years of experience as a litigation paralegal; strong business litigation background preferred
Trial preparation experience required
Paralegal certification required
Strong knowledge of California state and federal court filing procedures
Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience with eDiscovery tools is a plus, not a requirement
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
The California Fair Chance Act
Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Pay Details: $40.00 to $50.00 per hour
Search managed by: Serena Mccullough
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
| Location | Los Angeles, AL |
| Salary | $40–$50 Per Hour |