Supports insurance defense attorneys throughout litigation by preparing pleadings, discovery, motions, correspondence, and court filings. Manages calendars, deadlines, service of process, case files, client and opposing-counsel communications, billing support, and trial preparation. Requires 3–7 years of insurance defense litigation paralegal experience, knowledge of California state and federal court procedures, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal case management software.
Now Hiring: Senior Litigation Paralegal
Los Angeles, CA | Full-TimeOur established insurance defense law firm is seeking a highly organized and experienced Senior Litigation Paralegal to join our team. If you have 3–7 years of insurance defense experience and thrive in a fast-paced legal environment, we'd love to hear from you.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and experienced in supporting attorneys through all phases of litigation.
- Provide comprehensive administrative support to litigation attorneys.
- Prepare, revise, and finalize legal documents, pleadings, discovery, motions, and correspondence.
- File documents in California state and federal courts, including e-filing.
- Maintain attorney calendars, schedule hearings, depositions, mediations, and client meetings.
- Coordinate service of process and manage deadlines to ensure compliance with court rules.
- Organize and maintain electronic and physical case files.
- Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and vendors.
- Assist with trial preparation, including assembling trial notebooks, exhibits, and witness materials.
- Enter attorney time and assist with billing as needed.
- 3–7 years of litigation paralegal experience in insurance defense required.
- Strong knowledge of California court rules, filing procedures, and litigation deadlines.
- Experience with California state and federal court e-filing.
- Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and legal case management software.
- Ability to work independently while supporting multiple attorneys in a fast-paced environment.
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- 401(k) with company match (if applicable).
- Professional, collaborative work environment.
- Opportunities for continued growth and advancement.
If you're an experienced Litigation Paralegal looking to join a respected insurance defense firm with a supportive team and long-term career opportunities, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!
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