Paralegal/Legal Assistant

PARALEGAL / LEGAL ASSISTANT

Full-Time | On-Site, Agoura Hills, CA

ABOUT THE FIRM

Louis J. Cohen, APC is a boutique plaintiff's firm in Agoura Hills with a record of high-stakes, high-impact results. We represent whistleblowers exposing fraud against the federal and state governments under the False Claims Act, and employees who have faced discrimination, retaliation, and sexual harassment. Our cases are meaningful, our team is tight-knit, and the work is never routine. We are looking for an experienced, tech-forward paralegal who wants to be a true partner in the litigation process—not just support staff.

THE ROLE

This is a hands-on litigation paralegal position. You will work directly with the lead attorney on active discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation across a docket that includes employment discrimination, whistleblower retaliation, and False Claims Act qui tam cases in California state and federal court. You will be expected to produce professional-grade product with minimal supervision.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Draft and respond to written discovery: interrogatories, requests for production, requests for admission, and supplemental responses Prepare and assist in opposing motions, including separate statements, points and authorities, and supporting declarations Manage case calendaring, court deadlines, and scheduling under California and federal rules Coordinate and prepare for depositions: organize exhibits and draft deposition outlines Conduct research using Lexis and AI-assisted tools; synthesize findings into usable summaries and case memos Handle e-filing in Los Angeles Superior Court and federal district courts Organize and manage document review databases Prepare and format professional correspondence, demand letters, and court submissions Assist with client communication, case intake, and coordination with co-counsel and opposing counsel Maintain Excel-based time and billing records

QUALIFICATIONS

Required 2+ years of litigation paralegal or legal assistant experience in California civil or employment litigation Demonstrated ability to draft discovery and motions with minimal supervision Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook); typing speed of at least 60 WPM Strong written and oral communication skills; meticulous attention to detail Familiarity with California civil procedure, court rules, and e-filing systems Preferred Experience with AI-assisted legal research and drafting tools (e.g., Claude or similar) Familiarity with e-discovery platforms such as DISCO, Relativity, or similar Experience with Clio, legal billing software, or practice management systems Background in employment law, False Claims Act, or plaintiff-side litigation Paralegal certificate or relevant degree

WHAT WE OFFER

Direct involvement in substantive, meaningful litigation from day one A collaborative, intellectually engaging work environment with a small team Exposure to complex multi-party cases, including federal False Claims Act qui tam actions Competitive salary commensurate with experience Benefits package after probationary period (health, PTO, and more)

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter describing your relevant experience—particularly any discovery drafting, motion practice, or AI tool experience—to the firm. We review all applications and will reach out to qualified candidates promptly.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$30.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

Opportunities for advancement Paid sick time Paid time off

Work Location:

In person