Litigation Paralegal- 3574564

Job Title: Litigation Paralegal

Location: Woodland Hills, CA 91367

Salary/Payrate: $90K-$125K

Work Environment: Hybrid, (4 days in office/1 remote)

Term: Direct Hire

Bachelor’s degree required: No

Referral Fee: AMS will pay $500 should the person you refer gets
hired

JOB DESCRIPTION

Our client, a well-regarded international law firm is looking for
a Litigation Paralegal to join their LA team. The Litigation
Paralegal provides comprehensive legal and administrative support
to attorneys throughout all phases of litigation. This role
requires advanced document management, legal drafting, discovery
coordination, trial preparation, and research capabilities, along
with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced,
high-stakes environment.

Core Responsibilities

* Collect, organize, review, and manage client records,
electronic data, and case-related documentation while identifying
potential sources of relevant information.
* Conduct routine litigation, criminal, and civil background
investigations, public records searches, and social media
research; obtain certified and authenticated records as required.
* Draft, prepare, and revise litigation documents for attorney
review, including pleadings, removals, disclosures, discovery
requests and responses, motions, orders, deposition notices,
affidavits, declarations, settlement agreements, and dismissal
filings.
* Support summary judgment and dispositive motion practice by
validating deposition citations, compiling exhibits, and
assembling appendices.
* Identify, prepare, and produce responsive documents with
precision, including Bates numbering, redaction, and protection
of confidential and privileged material.
* Assist in trial readiness and courtroom support by organizing
exhibits, evidence, witness lists, subpoenas, and trial binders;
coordinate witness preparation and provide on-site trial
assistance.
* Perform legal and factual research using online platforms and
the firm’s electronic research and document management systems.
* Manage multiple projects, deadlines, and assignments
simultaneously while maintaining professionalism and proactively
requesting support when necessary.
* Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and staff, offering
assistance and support across teams as needed.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

* Exceptional written and verbal communication with strong
drafting and editing capabilities.
* Meticulous attention to detail paired with superior
organizational, analytical, and project management skills.
* Ability to prioritize tasks, remain composed under pressure,
and meet time-sensitive deadlines.
* Demonstrated experience working with state and federal courts,
administrative agencies, and regulatory bodies.
* Highly motivated, dependable, adaptable, and collaborative with
a strong sense of initiative and intellectual curiosity.
* Ability to work independently while contributing effectively
within a team-oriented environment.
* Rapid adaptability to evolving priorities and changing case
demands in a dynamic legal setting.
* Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
and familiarity with document review platforms, eDiscovery tools,
and document management systems.
* Experience with Relativity and/or Everlaw strongly preferred;
familiarity with Trial Director, OnCue, or comparable trial
presentation software a plus.
* OSHA or Cal-OSHA experience and Spanish-to-English document
translation skills preferred.

Experience & Education Requirements

* Minimum of five (5) years of litigation paralegal experience.
* Prior experience in labor and employment litigation required.
* Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and
relevant professional experience.
* Must meet California paralegal qualification requirements,
including one or more of the following:
* Completion of an ABA-approved paralegal certificate program.
* Completion of an accredited post-secondary paralegal program or
degree meeting statutory coursework requirements.
* A bachelor’s or advanced degree with at least one (1) year of
law-related experience under the supervision of a qualified
California attorney and accompanying written qualification
declaration.