Paralegal | Civil Defense | Los Angeles, CA | 148689 | Los Angeles, CA

Paralegal / Litigation Support

A stable civil defense and subrogation boutique is seeking an experienced Paralegal / Litigation Support professional for its Downtown Los Angeles office.

This is a high-level support role serving as a key resource to a senior attorney while also assisting additional attorneys. The desk oversees approximately 60–70 active litigation matters and requires a professional who can maintain organization, manage deadlines, and coordinate litigation activity across a busy caseload.

The office offers a structured, mentorship-driven environment with a stable workflow and long-term team tenure.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a high-volume civil litigation desk consisting of approximately 60–70 active matters
• Prepare, format, review, and proofread legal documents
• Independently handle California state and federal court e-filings
• Prepare discovery shells, including Interrogatories, Requests for Production, and Requests for Admission
• Maintain litigation calendars and monitor deadlines
• Schedule hearings, depositions, and attorney appearances
• Coordinate communications with courts, opposing counsel, and clients
• Support mediation preparation and trial preparation efforts
• Provide executive-level administrative and calendar management support

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of paralegal or litigation support experience
• Strong understanding of California civil litigation procedures
• Experience managing substantial caseloads and competing deadlines
• Prior experience supporting senior litigation attorneys preferred
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Professionalism, discretion, and reliability
• Ability to work onsite in Downtown Los Angeles
• ABA Paralegal Certificate preferred

Compensation

• $90,000–$110,000 annual salary

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with 50% employer contribution
• 401(k) with employer contributions per plan terms
• 8 paid holidays
• 6 sick days annually
• Vacation accrual based on tenure
• Work Expectations
• Full-time onsite position
• Monday through Friday schedule
• Direct support to a senior attorney and additional attorneys
• Responsibility for managing approximately 60–70 active litigation matters

Salary Range: $90,000 to $110,000

Reference: 148689