Senior Litigation Paralegal

An experienced senior litigation paralegal is needed to support attorneys throughout the complete litigation lifecycle, from initial case development and discovery through trial, post-trial proceedings, and appeals. Based in Los Angeles, this position is designed for a highly experienced law firm paralegal who can independently manage sophisticated assignments, anticipate case needs, and keep multiple matters moving under demanding deadlines.

The Senior Litigation Paralegal will play an active role in case management, discovery, court filings, factual investigation, document production, and trial preparation. The position also requires hands-on trial support, including attending proceedings when needed. Candidates should bring at least eight years of litigation paralegal experience and a strong understanding of federal, state, and appellate court procedures.

Senior Litigation Paralegal Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive paralegal support throughout all stages of litigation.

Manage assignments and case-related projects with a high degree of independence.

Prepare pleadings, discovery materials, and other documents for filing and service.

Assist with sophisticated filings, including complaints, summary judgment motions, and documents filed under seal.

Conduct factual investigations and assist with case development and analysis.

Organize and maintain case files, evidence, and supporting documentation.

Track discovery, filing, and other case deadlines.

Coordinate calendar and docket updates with appropriate internal teams.

Review work carefully for accuracy before attorney review, filing, or distribution.

Communicate regularly with attorneys and other members of the litigation team.

Prioritize multiple assignments while adapting to changing case demands.

Discovery & eDiscovery Support

The senior litigation paralegal will provide substantial support for discovery and document-intensive matters.

Coordinate and monitor discovery-related projects.

Assist with large-scale document collections, reviews, and productions.

Work with electronically stored information and eDiscovery platforms.

Organize evidence and case materials for attorney review.

Track discovery deadlines and statutory pretrial requirements.

Help ensure discovery projects remain organized and progress according to schedule.

Use litigation technology and document-management systems to efficiently manage case information.

Support attorneys with fact development and document analysis.

Trial Preparation & On-Site Support

This position requires meaningful hands-on trial experience and the flexibility to support attorneys during active proceedings.

Assist with trial preparation and organization.

Coordinate the collection and preparation of trial exhibits.

Organize trial files and supporting materials.

Prepare documents and materials needed by attorneys during proceedings.

Attend trials to provide on-site paralegal support.

Assist litigation teams with fast-moving requests during trial.

Maintain organized trial materials throughout proceedings.

Support post-trial matters and appellate work when needed.

Work overtime, evenings, or weekends when case and trial demands require.

Court Filings & Procedures

Candidates should have a strong working knowledge of court rules and filing requirements and be comfortable handling sophisticated litigation documents.

Prepare materials for filing in state and federal courts.

Apply applicable procedural rules to litigation assignments.

Coordinate filing and service requirements.

Work with Superior Courts, federal courts, and U.S. District Courts.

Support matters involving appellate procedures when needed.

Monitor filing requirements and statutory deadlines.

Ensure filing packages are accurate and complete before submission.

Qualifications

8+ years of litigation paralegal experience within a law firm.

ABA-approved paralegal certification required.

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Bachelor’s degree or college coursework preferred.

Strong experience independently managing litigation assignments and projects.

Experience monitoring discovery, filing, and pretrial deadlines.

Hands-on trial preparation and trial support experience.

Experience with high-volume document productions.

Strong eDiscovery experience.

Working knowledge of state and federal court rules and procedures.

Familiarity with appellate litigation procedures.

Excellent organizational and project-management abilities.

Ability to handle multiple assignments with shifting priorities.

Strong proofreading skills and command of spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and other legal professionals.

Flexibility to work overtime, evenings, and weekends when litigation demands require.

Litigation Technology

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Adobe Acrobat Professional

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Windows-based applications

Experience with TrueFiling, Relativity TextMap, CaseMap, PageVault, or comparable litigation and document-management platforms is preferred. Candidates should also be comfortable learning new systems and technology as litigation needs evolve.

Position Details

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Work Arrangement: Hybrid, with a minimum of 4 days per week onsite

Experience: 8+ years of law firm litigation paralegal experience

Certification: ABA-approved paralegal certification required

Primary Focus: Complex litigation, discovery, court filings, eDiscovery, and trial support

Trial Support: In-person attendance at proceedings required as needed

Schedule: Core business hours with overtime, evening, and weekend availability as matters require

This senior litigation paralegal opportunity is well suited for an experienced professional who can take ownership of complex litigation assignments while remaining closely connected to attorneys and the broader case team. The position provides substantive involvement throughout the litigation process, with significant responsibility for discovery, filings, case organization, deadline management, and trial preparation.

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