Litigation Secretary / Paralegal, Insurance Defense

Reputable Defense Litigation Law Firm in Century City is Seeking a Litigation Paralegal to join their team!

Responsibilities:

• Prepare, format, and file legal documents, including briefs, pleadings, motions, appellate filings, and court submissions.
• Manage e-filing processes and maintain accurate court records and case files.
• Conduct legal research, pre-claim investigations, and initial case assessments.
• Communicate with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and third-party stakeholders.
• Assist attorneys with discovery, including interrogatories, document requests, privilege logs, and discovery indexing.
• Organize and maintain exhibits, evidence, pleadings, briefs, appendices, and case documentation.
• Coordinate case management activities, including calendaring hearings, deadlines, and litigation logistics.
• Gather and analyze information from multiple sources to support case strategy and preparation.
• Support trial teams and facilitate communication between internal and external parties.
• Assist with settlement preparations and prepare exhibits for motions, hearings, and trial.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders at all levels.
• Highly detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing deadlines, and consistently produce quality work.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Proven ability to handle high-volume workloads, manage competing deadlines, and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Resourceful problem-solver with a flexible, proactive approach to changing business needs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive information with professionalism and integrity.

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.