What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Paralegal position at D3 Search?
D3 Search is actively seeking a Litigation Paralegal on behalf of a prominent national defense practice with a long-standing office located in downtown Los Angeles, CA (90071).
Position Title🎯:
Litigation Paralegal
- Important Note: 4 yrs. relevant litigation experience/expertise (product liability & class action defense) is HIGHLY PREFERRED.
Location/Map📌:
Los Angeles, CA (90071)
Employment Status:
Full-time/direct-hire employment. Non-exempt role (OT eligible in accordance w/ CA laws).
Employer Work Model:
Flexible hybrid 3 onsite/2 remote work model.
Position Summary📚:
Highly respected and well-established national defense practice is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Litigation Paralegal to join their Product Liability and Class Action Litigation Group in downtown Los Angeles (90071).
The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of relevant experience managing complex product liability and class action cases through all phases of litigation, including trial preparation and support.
General Responsibilities📢:
- Assist with all aspects of case management and trial preparation, including document organization, witness preparation, and exhibit management
- Draft and file pleadings, discovery requests, responses, and other legal documents, including motions and subpoenas
- Organize and manage large volumes of documents, conduct substantive document reviews, and assist with e-discovery processes
- Coordinate with expert witnesses, clients, and vendors, as well as opposing counsel, during case preparation and trial
- Act as a key support member during trial, managing exhibits, logistics, and technology in the courtroom
- Perform legal research, assist in drafting case summaries, and maintain case-related databases
- Provide post-trial assistance, including preparing settlement documentation and organizing final case materials
- Maintain strict confidentiality and ensure compliance with legal procedures and court rules
Education & Qualifications🗝:
- Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program
- 4 years of experience as a litigation paralegal, with a focus on product liability and class action cases (automotive industry experience is a plus)
- Significant trial preparation and courtroom experience
- Proficiency in legal software and e-discovery tools (e.g., Lexis, Relativity, CaseMap, TrialDirector)
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to travel and work extended hours during trial periods
Annual Compensation💵/Salary💰 & Benefits:
Starting annual salary is 120K /-~ DOE/DOQ. Employer offers a comprehensive & robust health benefits package, generous PTO, 401K, paid parking onsite, hybrid 3/2 work model, annual reviews & lucrative bonuses, etc.
If interested in this Litigation Paralegal role with this highly respected national defense practice with a well-established office located in downtown Los Angeles, CA (90071), and you meet the above qualifications/requirements, please contact the following D3 rep.:
Don Moser ~ D3 Search
📬don@d3search.com | ☎️ 213-785-2485
🌐www.d3search.com
D3 Legal Search, LLC (aka D3 Search) and its clients are equal opportunity employers. Pursuant to local ordinances, we will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.