Litigation Paralegal - Adams & Martin Group

Adams & Martin Group has partnered with a CA-based law firm consistently named among OCBJ's Best Places to Work, is seeking to hire an experienced Litigation Paralegal. The firm provides representation in a range of areas including business and real estate litigation, corporate transactions, labor and employment, and environmental law. The firm offers a hybrid schedule, allowing employees to work 2 days from home and 3 days in-office (in Newport Beach).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support attorneys and paralegals by organizing and summarizing case materials across multiple practice areas.
• Assist in preparing tender letters, discovery summaries, and matrices/spreadsheets.
• Draft, revise, and proofread legal documents with accuracy.
• Perform legal research using Westlaw, government websites, and other tools.
• Manage documents and case files using Microsoft Office, Excel, and iManage software.
• Utilize e-discovery platforms to support litigation processes.
• Assist in mediation and trial preparation.
• Maintain accurate time records for billable and non-billable tasks.
• Maintain professionalism when interacting with clients, opposing counsel, and others.
• Perform other case management tasks as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Undergraduate degree and ABA-approved paralegal certificate required.
• 5-10 years of litigation experience preferred.
• At least 3+ years of e-Discovery experience.
• Experience in construction defect, insurance defense, and business litigation is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities, with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in legal research, document management, and standard office technology.
• Self-motivated with strong analytical and interpersonal skills.

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. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.