We are seeking an experienced
California Litigation Paralegal
to manage litigation matters from intake through judgment. The firm handles a high-volume contested docket throughout Los Angeles County and offers direct access to the firm's principal, modern legal technology, and an opportunity to take meaningful ownership of litigation files.
The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of independently managing a demanding caseload while maintaining high-quality work product and meeting critical deadlines.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a high-volume caseload involving
unlawful detainer, real estate, and breach of contract matters
.
Draft complaints, demurrers, oppositions, ex parte applications, declarations, and other litigation documents for attorney review.
Prepare and respond to
interrogatories, requests for production, requests for admission
, and other discovery.
Track accelerated discovery deadlines and assist with preparing and responding to motions to compel.
Ensure pleadings, filings, and case documents comply with applicable
California procedural and court requirements
.
Work with the
Los Angeles Superior Court (LASC) e-filing systems
.
Use
Clio Manage
and other practice-management and legal technology platforms.
Requirements
2-3+ years of California civil litigation paralegal experience
.
Strong knowledge of
California civil procedure and litigation practices
.
Paralegal certificate from an
ABA-approved program
, or otherwise qualified under
California Business and Professions Code § 6450
.
Excellent legal writing, drafting, proofreading, and organizational skills.
Comfortable working with legal practice-management software;
Clio Manage experience preferred
.
Familiarity with
Los Angeles Superior Court e-filing procedures
.
Experience with
real estate litigation and/or unlawful detainer matters strongly preferred
.
Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment.
Must be located in California.
Spanish bilingual skills are a plus.