Litigation Law Paralegal

Job Description
Litigation Paralegal - Irvine, CA

An established law firm seeks an experienced Litigation Paralegal for its Irvine, CA office. This role requires substantial experience with state and federal court procedures and a strong working knowledge of rules of evidence and trial practice . The ideal candidate is highly organized, technically proficient, and able to adapt quickly in a fast-paced, collaborative litigation environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Draft and prepare legal documents including complaints, motions, discovery, and other pleadings , ensuring accuracy and compliance with court rules
File and serve motions, briefs, exhibits, appendices, and other documents in state and federal courts, including CM/ECF and File & Serve
Conduct legal and factual research to support litigation matters
Manage all aspects of electronic discovery , including loading, coding, Bates numbering, production logging, and document searches in Relativity
Support attorneys in depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trial , including logistics, exhibits, witness and expert preparation, and technology needs
Create and maintain case management repositories for new matters, with primary responsibility for file organization and timely distribution of court filings
Organize discovery, pleadings, research, and case documents for attorney review and trial preparation
Prepare binders for hearings, depositions, and trial
Communicate with clients and opposing counsel to respond to inquiries and provide case updates
Proofread and cite check legal documents for accuracy, formatting, and compliance
Track case deadlines and support overall case management needs

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree and paralegal certificate preferred
Five to fifteen years of litigation paralegal experience in a mid-size or large law firm
Strong knowledge of state and federal court procedures
Proficiency with CM/ECF and legal research platforms such as LexisNexis and Westlaw
Relativity experience required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational and project management skills with attention to detail and deadlines
Ability to prioritize competing demands and work collaboratively in a team environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal document formatting tools

COMPENSATION

~ Estimated salary range for candidates with five to fifteen years of experience is approximately $80,000 to $105,000

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, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.

Job Reference: JN -042026-419385