Litigation Paralegal-Los Angeles, CA

Summons Legal Staffing is excited to partner with a downtown LA client on a search for an experienced Litigation Paralegal. (a minimum of 5 years of experience). This is a full-time, hourly, non-exempt

position with a hybrid schedule. After 45 days of employment, the role is eligible for two remote

workdays per week.

Responsibilities

This role supports a broad range of litigation matters, including business, employment, and

insurance cases. The ideal candidate is highly organized and comfortable working in a fast-paced

environment. This candidate is responsive, able to manage multiple priorities at once, and

maintain a strong attention to detail.

We are seeking a proactive and dependable paralegal who takes pride in producing thoughtful,

high-quality work. This role involves close collaboration within the paralegal team and with

attorneys to support client matters, manage projects efficiently, and ensure consistent, reliable

service to clients.

 Manage all phases of civil litigation matters, including organization and review of client

documents

 Review, redact, and prepare documents for production

 Manage and support all phases of e-discovery, including administering and navigating

platforms; coordinate document collection and production, maintain data integrity, and

assist attorneys with production deadlines

 Retrieve, organize, and prepare exhibits for court filings

 Review discovery, summarize depositions, and assist in preparing discovery responses

 Analyze medical and billing records, including preparation of page and line summaries

 Prepare subpoenas and coordinate document productions

 Maintain clear and consistent communication with attorneys, staff, clients, courts, and

outside vendors

 Assist with document analysis, chart preparation, jurisdictional research, and expert

information gathering as needed

Qualifications

 Bachelor’s degree required

 Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program or equivalent

 Minimum five years of civil litigation experience in a law firm environment

 Strong background in e-discovery, including e-discovery platform administration and

document production management

 Trial experience, including preparation of pre-trial pleadings, exhibit and witness lists,

and providing support during and after trial

 Experience supporting attorneys at depositions, mediations, and arbitrations

 Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong focus on accuracy and

quality

 Proficiency in Microsoft Word (2010 or higher), Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat Pro

 Experience with iManage or a similar document management system preferred

 Westlaw/Lexis Nexis experience

Benefits/Comp.

. A summary of our full-time, non-exempt benefits includes:

 Retirement: 401(k) plan with annual employer contribution; employee deferrals

 Healthcare: Medical (HMO/PPO options), dental, and vision coverage; Dependent

coverage, domestic partners coverage is available

 Life Insurance: Group and supplemental life insurance options available

 Disability: Long-term disability and long-term care insurance options available

 Wellbeing: Employee wellbeing initiatives, including EAP professional counseling and

referral services

 Paid Time Off: Competitive vacation and sick leave; paid firm holidays

 Parking: Parking is covered by the firm for all Paralegals

 Celebrations/Acknowledgments: Events for holidays, birthday commemorations, special

staff acknowledgments and annual events

 Flexible Spending Account (FSA)/Plans – Sections 125 and 132 plans available

 Professional Development: On-boarding and in-house training programs, continuing

learning and professional growth and development opportunities; CLE training

opportunities.

Salary range for this position is $100K+ DOE