Paralegal – Complex Litigation
Location: Long Beach, California (Hybrid)
Position Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $36.00–$40.00 per hour DOE
About the Opportunity
A growing mid-sized law firm is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join this collaborative team and provide critical support to attorneys handling high-exposure litigation from inception through trial. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented litigation professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and wants meaningful involvement in complex cases, strategy development, and trial preparation.
Practice Areas
Insurance Defense
Complex Litigation
Personal Injury
Premises Liability
Public Entity Defense
Key Responsibilities
Case Management & Litigation Support
Manage litigation files from case inception through trial
Maintain litigation calendars and monitor critical deadlines
Coordinate and process filings in California state and federal courts
Communicate with clients, experts, opposing counsel, and court personnel
Legal Research & Document Preparation
Conduct legal research utilizing Westlaw and/or LexisNexis
Draft, revise, and proofread pleadings, correspondence, and legal documents
Prepare case summaries, legal memoranda, and litigation analyses
Discovery
Draft and respond to written discovery, including interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission
Organize, review, and analyze document productions
Prepare meet-and-confer correspondence and discovery-related materials
Medical records; coordinate the retention of medical experts and transmit medical records and case materials for expert review.
Motion & Pleading Support
Assist attorneys in preparing motions, including summary judgment motions, demurrers, motions to strike, and discovery motions
Compile supporting exhibits, declarations, and evidentiary materials
Prepare filings for court submission
Deposition & Trial Support
Coordinate deposition scheduling and preparation
Summarize deposition transcripts and key testimony
Assist attorneys during depositions, mediations, and trial
Organize trial exhibits, witness files, and trial binders
Qualifications
Minimum 4 years of experience as a Paralegal, preferably in litigation
Strong knowledge of California civil procedure and court rules
Experience with California court e-filing systems
Proficiency with Westlaw and/or LexisNexis
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Why Here?
Work directly with experienced trial attorneys on sophisticated litigation matters
Gain hands-on exposure to all phases of litigation and trial preparation
Collaborative and supportive team culture
Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
Hybrid work flexibility
Benefits
401(k) with Employer Match
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Professional Development Assistance
Employee Referral Program
Numbers & Facts
Location
Long Beach, California
Skills
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Calendar Managementunmatched
Case Managementunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Dental Insuranceunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Establish Prioritiesunmatched
File Managementunmatched
Insuranceunmatched
Legalunmatched
Legal Support Skillsunmatched
LexisNexisunmatched
Litigationunmatched
Medical Recordsunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Paralegalunmatched
Personal Injuryunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Process Managementunmatched
Strategic Planningunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Vision Planunmatched
Writing Skillsunmatched
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