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Job Title: Litigation Paralegal – Insurance Defense (Hybrid, 1 Day On-Site)
Aliso Viejo, CA (Hybrid – 1 day on-site per week)
Employment Type: Full-Time | Contract-to-Hire or Direct Hire
LHH is partnering with a respected insurance defense law firm seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join their team in Aliso Viejo, CA. This is a hybrid position with only one in-office day per week, offering flexibility and work-life balance for skilled paralegals in the Southern California area.
As a Litigation Paralegal, you will play a key role in supporting attorneys throughout all phases of the litigation process, with a primary focus on insurance defense matters. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of managing a high-volume caseload with minimal supervision.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist attorneys with all aspects of case management from inception through trial or settlement
- Draft, review, and file legal documents such as pleadings, discovery responses, subpoenas, and correspondence
- Organize and maintain case files, discovery, and trial preparation materials
- Conduct fact investigation and medical record reviews
- Summarize depositions, medical records, and expert reports
- Coordinate and manage discovery, including document production and e-discovery
- Track deadlines and ensure compliance with court rules and procedures
- Support attorneys in trial preparation and attend trials as needed
Qualifications:
- 3 years of litigation experience, preferably in insurance defense
- Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program required
- Knowledge of California civil litigation rules and procedures
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and legal case management software
- Highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Able to work on-site one day per week in Aliso Viejo, CA
Compensation:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Hybrid schedule
- Benefits package available
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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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
Salary : $80,000 - $95,000
