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Paralegal (Defense Firm)

$80k - $95k

Career Consulting Partners

Job Description

Job Description

Litigation Paralegal


Career Consulting Partners is currently partnering with a preeminent, highly decorated law firm specializing in Civil Litigation defense. We're looking for an experienced Litigation Paralegal to work directly with our trial attorneys across every stage of defense litigation, from discovery through trial. You'll carry real case responsibility, not just paperwork.

Responsibilities:
  • Draft and file pleadings, motions, and appellate documents

  • Manage discovery (interrogatories, RFPs, subpoenas, and record review)

  • Prepare trial materials: exhibits, evidence binders, briefs, and appendices

  • Coordinate with attorneys, clients, experts, and court personnel

  • Support trial, deposition, mediation, and hearing prep

Requirements:
  • 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience, including tracking billable time

  • California paralegal qualification under the Business and Professions Code

  • Solid grasp of litigation procedure, discovery practice, and court rules

  • Sharp written communication and strong organizational skills

  • Preferred: defense litigation background

Compensation & Benefits:
  • Compensation Range: $80,000 - $95,000

  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, 401(k), and more

  • Paid vacation and sick leave

  • Paid Parking

  • A respectful, collegial environment that supports work-life balance and long-term career satisfaction

  • Ranked in the Chambers and Partners Spotlight Guide (Construction & Insurance Law), named a "Best Law Firm" by Best Lawyers® , and holds the highest possible Martindale-Hubbell rating.

  • Over 70% of the firm’s attorneys have 15+ years of litigation experience . You will work alongside seasoned trial masters.

  • This team doesn't just settle; they litigate to win in State, Federal, and Appellate courts, boasting an exceptional track record of defense verdicts.

  • Strong, thriving caseloads across Commercial Litigation, Insurance Coverage/Bad Faith, Construction Defect, Employment Law, Healthcare, and Professional Liability.

Location:

  • Woodland Hills, CA

***Please note that we at Career Consulting Partners will be sure to keep your information private. We will not submit you or your information to any firm without your consent. Once we have received your resume/application, we will reach out to you and review the firm(s) before we move forward. Feel free to visit our career site

Vacancy posted 22 days ago
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