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Litigation Paralegal

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Experienced Litigation Paralegal with Project Management ExpertiseWe are partnering with a prestigious law firm to recruit a seasoned Litigation Paralegal who brings both deep litigation experience and strong litigation project management skills. This is a direct-hire, full-time opportunity for a legal professional ready to take ownership of complex casework while driving operational efficiency across litigation teams.What You’ll Do:Case Management & SupportLead and manage all phases of civil litigation, from pre-filing through trial and post-judgmentDraft pleadings, discovery requests/responses, subpoenas, and trial preparation materialsFinalize, format, file and serve pleadings and discoveryCoordinate with attorneys, clients, experts, and court personnel to ensure timely filings and complianceProject Management & Workflow OptimizationOversee litigation calendars, deadlines, and task delegation across multiple jurisdictionsImplement and refine case management systems and document workflowsTrack progress on high-volume discovery and proactively resolve bottlenecksStrategic CollaborationServe as a liaison between legal teams and operations to streamline communicationContribute to process improvement initiatives and cross-functional projectsWhat We’re Looking For✅ Minimum 7+ years of California litigation paralegal experience✅ Proven project management skills (formal training or certification a plus)✅ Expertise in California civil procedure and multi-jurisdictional case coordination✅ Proficiency with legal tech platforms (e.g., iManage, Relativity, Clio, or similar)✅ Exceptional organizational, communication, and leadership abilitiesWhy This Role Stands Out✨ Direct-hire placement with a respected firm✨ High-impact role with autonomy and visibility; flexible work arrangement✨ Opportunity to shape litigation operations

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