Adams & Martin Group is partnering with a large, full-service California law firm seeking an experienced Trial Paralegal for its Irvine office. This role supports attorneys through all stages of litigation-from case inception through trial and appeal-and offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-stakes matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage cases from inception through trial and post-trial proceedings
• Draft and assist with pleadings, discovery, subpoenas, and correspondence
• Track deadlines under California and Federal procedural rules and maintain case calendars
• Coordinate discovery, document productions, and deposition preparation
• Prepare trial binders, exhibits, witness lists, and pre-trial filings
• Provide in-court support, including exhibit management and trial coordination
• Assist with appellate filings, briefing schedules, and appendices
• Utilize e-discovery platforms and trial presentation software

Qualifications

• 5+ years of complex litigation experience with strong trial support background
• Appellate experience strongly preferred
• Experience in California state and federal courts required
• Paralegal certificate preferred (ABA-approved a plus)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and litigation support tools (e.g., Relativity, DISCO)
• Strong organizational, technical, and multitasking skills

Core Competencies

• Detail-oriented with strong procedural accuracy
• Deadline-driven and highly organized
• Technically proficient with e-filing and litigation systems
• Professional, discreet, and proactive