Litigation Paralegal

Location: Costa Mesa, CA (Hybrid: 3 days onsite, 2 days remote)

Salary : $85,000 - $95,000 per year, along with Paid Time Off, Paid Sick Time and Holidays, Healthcare, Dental and Vision Coverage, 401k

Job Type: Direct Hire, Hybrid, Full-Time

LHH is working with a prestigious law firm in Costa Mesa in seeking a highly experienced Litigation Paralegal with a focus on mass tort litigation to join their team. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience in complex civil litigation (defense civil litigation) and must possess an ABA-approved paralegal certificate. This role offers a hybrid work schedule, allowing you to work three days in the office and two days from home.

Responsibilities:

• Pull trial and calendaring dates, and understand who answered to the case.
• Conduct document review and analysis.
• Determine where the case was filed, served, and manage custody of records.
• Assist with depositions and other litigation support tasks.
• Familiarity with docket pleadings in mass torts and toxic torts.
• Pull out the latest complaints and other relevant documents.
• Provide comprehensive litigation support to attorneys.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Litigation Paralegal in complex civil litigation (defense civil litigation).
• ABA-approved paralegal certificate.
• Strong knowledge of mass tort litigation and toxic torts.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in legal research and document management tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High level of professionalism and attention to detail.