Senior Trial Paralegal

Job Summary
Paralegal – Litigation & Trial Preparation (Downtown LA)

Location: Los Angeles, CA (Downtown)
Schedule: Primarily remote with probationary period onsite for 2 weeks
Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview

Our client is seeking a Trial Litigation paralegal to join their litigation team supporting attorneys in trial preparation for public and private entity cases, including employment and insurance coverage matters. This is a fast-paced, collaborative environment working alongside 3–4 paralegals and legal assistants.

Key Responsibilities

• Organize exhibits, witness lists, and case files for trial
• Manage e-discovery with legal technology tools
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, and legal documents
• Coordinate with clients, witnesses, and internal teams
• Maintain accurate billing records

Qualifications

Must-Have:

• 15–20 years of litigation/trial experience (junior candidates considered)
• Strong organizational and technology skills
• Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional overtime
• Trial preparation experience

Preferred:

• Paralegal certification (ABA-approved program a plus)
• Background in mid-sized litigation firms

Billable Hours: Supplemental targets (not strict quotas)

Job Summary

This role focuses on trial preparation and litigation support, including document organization, client coordination, and assisting attorneys in court readiness. You’ll work primarily remote, with an initial onsite period in Downtown LA during onboarding.

Related Titles: Trial Paralegal, Senior Paralegal, Appellate Paralegal

LHH is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified employees or applicants for each position without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran's status, disability or any factor prohibited by federal, state or local law.

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• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

Pay: $95,000.00 - $119,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Work from home

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Los Angeles, CA 90071