Litigation Paralegal

Litigation Paralegal - Business, Labor & Employment Location: Irvine, CA Schedule: Primarily onsite (4 days/week after first 90 days) Work Week: 37.5 hours Compensation: $75,000 - $103,000 DOE Overview A mid-to-large sized law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support complex litigation matters, including business and labor & employment cases. This role requires strong experience in both state and federal court procedures, as well as the ability to manage case workflows in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Responsibilities Draft and prepare legal documents, including complaints, motions, discovery, and pleadings File and serve documents in state and federal courts (CM/ECF, File & Serve) Conduct legal research to support litigation strategy Support eDiscovery processes, including document review, coding, productions, and database management (Relativity) Assist attorneys with depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trial preparation Manage case files, including organization of pleadings, discovery, and correspondence Track deadlines and maintain case calendars Prepare binders and materials for hearings and trial Proofread and cite-check legal documents for accuracy and compliance Communicate with clients and counsel regarding case updates Requirements Bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate preferred 5-15 years of litigation paralegal experience in a mid- or large-sized law firm Strong knowledge of state and federal court procedures and rules of evidence Experience with CM/ECF, Relativity, and legal research platforms (LexisNexis, Westlaw) required Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite Excellent organizational, writing, and communication skills Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Massachusetts Candidates Only It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Pay Details: $75,000.00 to $103,000.00 per year #J-18808-Ljbffr