Litigation Paralegal
Adams & Martin Group has partnered with a nationally established litigation practice that is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support complex civil matters in its Southern California office. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment and enjoys hands-on involvement in cases from inception through trial. The position follows a hybrid schedule, with time split between the office and remote work.
Key Responsibilities
- Support litigation matters throughout the full case lifecycle, including pre-trial, trial, and post-trial phases.
- Coordinate with expert witnesses by managing engagement logistics, scheduling, document exchange, and communications.
- Build and maintain case records, databases, and document repositories to ensure accuracy and accessibility.
- Prepare and organize trial materials, including notebooks, exhibits, and productions.
- Assist attorneys with drafting and assembling motions, discovery responses, and supporting exhibits.
- Process and analyze discovery materials, interrogatory responses, transcripts, and records (e.g., medical, employment, or governmental records).
- Manage certified transcripts, trial exhibits, and large-scale document productions.
- Maintain client-facing platforms or extranets used for case updates and information sharing.
- Enter and track key case data within internal case management systems.
- Provide litigation support during trials, including travel when required (local and out-of-state).
- Prepare billable summaries such as medical chronologies and activity reports.
- Perform additional litigation support tasks as needed.
Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of experience as a litigation paralegal.
- Background in complex litigation preferred (e.g., toxic tort, asbestos, product liability, or personal injury).
- Proven ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines simultaneously.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume legal environment.
- Trial preparation and war-room support experience is a plus.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.
- Willingness and availability to travel for trial support when necessary.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary range of $85,000-$110,000, based on experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Life and disability insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
- Professional learning and development opportunities.
- Mental health and wellness benefits.
Work Hours
Monday to Friday, during standard business hours.
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.