Temp to Hire Litigation Paralegal for Boutique Firm in Irvine

Adams & Martin Group is partnering with a boutique law firm in Irvine that is seeking an experienced Senior Litigation Paralegal to join its growing team. This position is ideal for a professional who thrives in a fast-paced litigation environment and enjoys taking ownership of complex business litigation matters from inception through trial. The firm offers a collaborative, team-oriented culture and is looking for a candidate interested in a long-term opportunity through a temp-to-hire arrangement.

Key Responsibilities

• Support attorneys in all phases of complex business litigation matters.
• Manage case files, pleadings, discovery, and trial preparation.
• Draft, review, and file legal documents in California state and federal courts.
• Coordinate and track discovery, including document productions, interrogatories, requests for production, and subpoenas.
• Organize and maintain case databases, exhibits, witness files, and trial binders.
• Conduct factual research, document analysis, and case investigations.
• Summarize depositions, medical records, financial records, and other case-related documents.
• Coordinate depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and court appearances.
• Assist with trial preparation, including exhibit management, witness coordination, and courtroom support.
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and vendors.
• Manage litigation deadlines and ensure compliance with court rules and scheduling orders.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience, preferably handling business litigation matters.
• Strong experience supporting attorneys through trial preparation and trial attendance.
• Thorough knowledge of California state and federal court procedures.
• Experience with e-filing in both state and federal courts.
• Strong understanding of discovery processes and litigation case management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and litigation support software.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Paralegal certificate preferred but not required.

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, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.