LHH is assisting a respected regional law firm in its search for an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join its collaborative and high‑performing litigation practice. This role supports attorneys across special district, municipal, and civil litigation matters and plays a key part in delivering effective, efficient, and client‑focused legal services.

As a core member of the litigation team, the paralegal will partner closely with attorneys, practice support, vendors, and administrative teams to manage cases from inception through trial and appeal. The position offers hands‑on responsibility, sophisticated work, and the opportunity to support high‑impact matters across the firm’s public agency and civil litigation clients.

Opportunity

This role is ideal for a seasoned litigation paralegal who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and values meaningful attorney collaboration. Candidates will benefit from:

• A strong, people‑focused culture that values professionalism, teamwork, and community

• High level of ownership across case management, trial support, and e‑discovery


• Broad exposure to complex, multi‑disciplinary litigation matters


• Partnership with attorneys who rely heavily on paralegals as strategic contributors


• A stable and long‑established firm with long‑term growth opportunities


• Predictable structure with clear billable expectations

  Key Responsibilities

  • Independently manage litigation matters and anticipate attorney needs throughout all case phases



• Interpret and apply civil procedure, rules of court, local rules, discovery statutes, and appellate procedure


• Perform e‑discovery tasks, including document review, privilege review, redactions, and privilege log preparation


• Conduct legal research using Westlaw, HeinOnline, CEB, Rutter Guides, and related resources


• Perform cite checking, proofreading, and Bluebook review for briefs and other filings


• Prepare memoranda, deposition summaries, transcript reviews, and document summaries


• Support law and motion practice, including drafting, assembling exhibits, and coordinating filings and service


• Maintain organized case records and ensure accurate docketing


• Participate in hearings, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trial preparation


• Support all aspects of trial, including technology management, exhibit preparation, witness coordination, voir dire support, jury research, and demonstrative preparation


• Assist with post‑litigation tasks such as judgments, cost memoranda, fee motions, and collections


• Supervise junior paralegals as needed and contribute to performance evaluations

  Compensation & Benefits

  • Expected annual salary range: $90,000 to $95,000, non‑exempt, depending on experience and location



• Billable expectation: 1500 hours annually (including pro bono and approved non‑billable work)


• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement benefits, and paid time off


• CLE support and reimbursement for required paralegal certifications


• Overtime opportunities and premium pay for after‑hours trial support

  Candidate Requirements

  • At least 5 years of litigation paralegal experience



• Bachelor’s degree required (or equivalent experience)


• Paralegal certificate from an ABA‑approved program or qualification under California B&P Code Sections 6450–6456


• Strong research skills and advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office and litigation technology platforms


• Experience supporting trials and managing complex litigation workflows


• Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills


• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team

  If you are interested in exploring this opportunity, please reach out or apply directly. All inquiries will be handled confidentially as part of a thoughtful, business‑aligned hiring process.

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• The California Fair Chance Act


• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance


• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers


• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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