Litigation Paralegal - Hatch Global Search
Santa Monica, CA
About the Job
Job Description
A litigation paralegal is someone who works under the supervision of an attorney who practices in criminal or civil litigation. A litigation paralegal assists the attorney with many case management duties, from the complaint through the trial and the appeal.
Litigation Paralegal
Note: This position is a primarily on-site role at the Los Angeles office. Limited remote work may be available.
About Our Client
Our client is a prominent law firm with a solid reputation in California, known for handling high-stakes, complex litigation across multiple areas of law. The firm collaborates closely with both public and private clients, tackling intricate legal challenges and providing innovative solutions. With a history of success and a dedicated litigation team, they serve as a trusted partner for their clients’ most critical legal matters.
Job Description
- Provide comprehensive support to attorneys within the litigation team, from initial case filing through trial and post-trial phases.
- Manage case files, oversee document production, and maintain discovery logs.
- Prepare for depositions and hearings, including creating witness outlines and organizing exhibit documents.
- Draft, review, and revise legal documents with attention to detail.
- Conduct legal research, including cite-checking for accuracy in legal briefs.
- Coordinate with litigation support for eDiscovery and document review processes.
- Meet an annual billable hour target and provide reliable, high-quality client service.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Ability to work and bill as a paralegal under Cal. Bus. & Prof. Code section 6450.
- Minimum 5 years of litigation paralegal experience, with California law knowledge.
- Expertise with Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel functions.
- Proficient with eDiscovery tools (e.g., iPro) and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
- Skilled with Westlaw and/or Lexis for legal research.
- Strong understanding of California legal procedures, rules, and eDiscovery processes.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Strong communication skills, with attention to ethical standards and confidentiality.
Why is This a Great Opportunity
- Join a leading law firm recognized for its expertise and high-profile cases.
- Work alongside a talented team in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Gain hands-on experience with a variety of complex litigation cases.
- Competitive hourly compensation with potential for growth based on experience.
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