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Litigation Paralegal

Copenbarger & Copenbarger LLP.
Santa Ana, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/2/2026

Litigation Paralegal (Mid to Senior Level)

Established mid-sized law firm in Santa Ana seeks a full-time, experienced Litigation Paralegal to join our team. We are seeking a highly skilled, client-facing paralegal with strong litigation experience who can manage advanced case work with minimal supervision.

The successful candidate will have over 3 years of litigation experience and be well versed in all phases of litigation from inception through trial.

Primary Responsibilities

Client Interaction & Case Administration

  • Meet with clients to gather information and provide case updates
  • Manage active litigation matters with minimal supervision
  • Maintain clear case timelines and ensure all deadlines are met
  • Communicate with opposing counsel and court personnel as needed

Legal Drafting & Court Filings

  • Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and meet and confer correspondence
  • Prepare and file documents in state and federal courts
  • Prepare subpoenas and coordinate depositions

Case Organization & Litigation Management

  • Organize and maintain litigation files
  • Manage discovery, including propounding and responding to written discovery
  • Review and organize document productions
  • Prepare deposition summaries and case chronologies

Trial Preparation & Advanced Case Work

  • Prepare trial binders, exhibits, and witness files
  • Assist attorneys with trial preparation and courtroom support
  • Support case strategy development and documentation

Leadership & Contribution

  • Assist in developing internal litigation procedures and workflows
  • Take ownership of complex matters with limited attorney oversight

Qualifications

  • Minimum 3 years of litigation experience
  • Strong knowledge of California court rules and e-filing procedures
  • Excellent drafting, organizational, and communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple cases and meet strict deadlines
  • Strong client-facing professionalism

Compensation
Salary range: $85,000 to $125,000 depending on experience, performance, and demonstrated leadership ability.

Excellent work environment and competitive compensation.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply for immediate consideration.

Please submit a résumé, cover letter, and salary requirements.

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Experience:

  • Estate Administration: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $85,000 - $125,000

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