Litigation Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Litigation Paralegal

Location : Los Angeles, CA

Position Type : Full-time, Onsite

Overview

Direct Counsel is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to join a dynamic trial-focused firm in Los Angeles. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced attorneys on high-stakes cases, providing support through every stage of litigation. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want hands-on involvement from case inception through trial, this could be the right fit.

What You’ll Do

Draft routine legal documents and correspondence.

Manage multiple cases from intake through trial.

Collect, organize, analyze, and summarize medical records.

Assist in preparing for depositions, including gathering and organizing exhibits.

Support trial preparation by drafting pretrial documents, preparing exhibit and witness lists, and managing exhibits.

Provide direct trial support, including conducting research and handling real-time document needs.

What We’re Looking For

Minimum of 5 years of litigation experience (personal injury background preferred).

Bachelor’s Degree preferred; Paralegal Certificate required.

Strong knowledge of state and federal court rules, all phases of discovery, proofreading, and cite-checking.

Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Excellent writing, organizational, and communication skills.

Ability to work effectively under deadlines, manage competing priorities, and support a team-oriented environment.

Flexibility to occasionally work evenings or weekends as needed.

Why This Role Stands Out

Hands-on trial work : Be directly involved in preparing and supporting attorneys for trial.

Professional growth : Gain exposure to complex cases in a supportive, team-driven environment.

Competitive compensation : $85,000 – $95,000 base salary, plus the potential for a discretionary year-end bonus.

Comprehensive benefits : Full medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) with company match after one year; paid holidays; commuter benefits; and additional insurance options.