A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.
Employment Litigation Paralegal PLG El Segundo, CA Job Details Full-time $65,000 - $90,000 a year 3 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Paid sick time Qualifications Customer communication Civil litigation support Employment law case experience Microsoft Office Bachelor's degree Attention to detail Organizational skills Productivity software Legal case management Full Job Description Our Law firm is seeking an experienced Employment Litigation Paralegal to support our attorneys in the preparation, management, and progression of employment law matters, including wage and hour disputes, wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and comfortable managing multiple active cases in a fast-paced litigation environment. Key Responsibilities Draft, proofread, and format pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and other litigation documents Manage case files, deadlines, and calendaring using the firm's case management system (Clio) Conduct legal research and summarize relevant statutes, regulations, and case law Prepare and organize exhibits, trial binders, and deposition materials Coordinate and schedule depositions, mediations, hearings, and client meetings Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and expert witnesses in a professional manner Assist with propounding and responding to written discovery (interrogatories, requests for production, requests for admission) Review and organize document productions; assist with privilege logs Track case status, deadlines, and statutes of limitations Support attorneys during trial preparation, including witness and exhibit lists Maintain compliance with court filing procedures (e-filing, local rules, etc.) Qualifications Paralegal certificate or equivalent experience; Bachelor's degree preferred Minimum 3+ years of paralegal experience in employment litigation (plaintiff- or defense-side) Strong knowledge of California employment law and civil litigation procedure Proficiency with case management and e-discovery platforms (Clio experience a plus) Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing deadlines Notary Public certification a plus Preferred Skills Experience with PAGA claims, class/collective actions, and administrative agency proceedings (DFEH/CRD, EEOC, DLSE) Familiarity with e-filing systems for California state and federal courts Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal research platforms (Westlaw/Lexis)
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$65,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off
Experience:
Microsoft Office:
3 years (Required) Ability to
Commute:
El Segundo, CA 90245 (Required) Ability to
Relocate:
El Segundo, CA 90245: Relocate before starting work (Required)
