Senior Litigation Paralegal

Senior Litigation Paralegal

Join a prestigious law firm based in Los Angeles, recognized for its comprehensive and effective legal solutions in complex litigation cases. As a Senior Litigation Paralegal, you will be an instrumental part of a team focused on high-stakes litigation, providing crucial support throughout the lifecycle of cases. This position offers a dynamic work environment where teamwork and client service are of paramount importance. Your role will involve close collaboration with seasoned attorneys and participating in groundbreaking legal proceedings, offering an unmatched opportunity to enhance your paralegal skills in a challenging yet supportive setting.

Salary: $101,920.00 - $124,800.00 per year

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive legal assistant support to attorneys, encompassing all phases from case initiation to trial and beyond.
• Efficient management of case files, including oversight of document production and maintenance of detailed discovery logs.
• Preparation for critical case events such as depositions and hearings, including the creation of witness outlines and organization of exhibit documents.
• Draft, review, and meticulously revise legal documents, ensuring thoroughness and accuracy.
• Perform extensive legal research and ensure the accuracy of citations in legal briefs.
• Coordinate effectively with litigation support teams to facilitate efficient eDiscovery and document review processes.
• Achieve set annual billable hour targets while maintaining high standards of client service.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree.
• Eligibility to work as a paralegal as per Cal. Bus. & Prof. Code section 6450.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience as a litigation paralegal, with a strong background in California law.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Competence with eDiscovery tools such as iPro and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
• Experience utilizing legal research platforms like Westlaw or Lexis.
• In-depth understanding of legal procedures, rules, and eDiscovery processes specific to California.
• Ability to deliver high-quality work both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills, with a strong adherence to ethical standards and confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a large law firm environment.
• Specialized certification in paralegal studies.
• Proven track record of managing complex litigation cases.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Previous experience in high-stakes litigation environments.

Skills:

• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in technology and legal software.