Paralegal - Litigation Focus (6+ Years Experience)

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Recruiter Contact: Jessica Prado | jprado@ascendo.com

Are you a seasoned Litigation Paralegal ready to take the next step in your career? We're partnering with a prestigious national law firm that specializes in complex insurance claim litigation. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-performing legal team that values precision, collaboration, and excellence.

Position Overview:

We're seeking a Litigation Paralegal with 6+ years of experience to support a dynamic team of attorneys. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced legal environment. This role is instrumental in managing case files, coordinating discovery, and supporting trial preparation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as liaison among courts, clients, and third parties
• Organize and maintain case materials and documentation
• Conduct legal research and assist with case strategy
• Draft pleadings, subpoenas, discovery requests/responses, and other legal documents
• Coordinate document collection, review, and production
• Assist in deposition and trial preparation, including witness coordination
• Prepare exhibits, binders, and demonstrative evidence for hearings and trials
• Manage scheduling for depositions, hearings, mediations, and meetings

Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree or Paralegal Certificate (preferred)
• Minimum of 6 years of litigation paralegal experience
• Familiarity with State and Federal court systems and filings
• Experience in First Party Property Insurance (a plus)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal document/client management systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail

Ready to make a move? Email Jessica Prado at jprado@ascendo.com to learn more or apply confidentially.

Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

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