Litigation Paralegal

The role

A Paralegal will support trial practice by managing case organization, discovery coordination, court calendaring, and expert communications. The role involves e-filing legal documents, managing case files, and providing real-time assistance to attorneys during trials.

What you will do

• File pleadings, motions, discovery requests, subpoenas, and trial materials in federal and state courts.
• Organize and maintain case files using CasePeer and Dropbox.
• Assist attorneys with preparing exhibit lists, jury instructions, expert files, and trial binders.
• Coordinate logistics for expert depositions, witness scheduling, and court submissions.
• Manage attorney and court calendars including hearings, mediations, depositions, and client meetings.
• Act as a liaison between clients, attorneys, and medical providers.
• Partner with the accounting team to track and process case-related costs.
• Provide real-time assistance in the courtroom by managing trial exhibits and witness schedules.

Required qualifications

• 2-6 years of paralegal or litigation support experience
• Ability to handle discovery, court filings, and client communications in a high-volume legal environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and legal technology platforms like CasePeer and Dropbox
• High attention to detail, discretion, and emotional intelligence
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, office-based setting

Nice to have

• Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies or a related field
• Paralegal certificate
• Experience within plaintiff-side personal injury law
• Bilingual

Benefits

• Health coverage
• Dental coverage
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k) retirement plan

About the company

Sepulveda Sanchez Accident Lawyers delivers client-focused legal representation across personal injury and family law. The firm is headquartered in Los Angeles with offices in Stockton and NYC.