Legal Secretary/Paralegal

About the role

A respected California law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant/Paralegal to support its Labor & Employment practice group. This hybrid role combines litigation legal assistant and paralegal responsibilities, providing comprehensive support throughout all phases of litigation. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, technologically proficient, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage attorney calendars, deadlines, court appearances, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and client meetings.
• Prepare, revise, and file legal documents in state and federal courts, including electronic filings.
• Maintain case files, conflict checks, new matter documentation, billing, time entry, and expense reporting.
• Conduct wage and hour analysis, including PAGA and class action damages calculations using Excel.
• Manage e-discovery processes, document review, database maintenance, analytics, and productions.
• Prepare subpoenas, monitor compliance, and coordinate related legal processes.
• Conduct factual and legal research using Westlaw and other resources.
• Assist with deposition, arbitration, and trial preparation, including exhibit management, trial logistics, and courtroom support.
• Review, analyze, organize, and summarize discovery and litigation materials.
• Collaborate with attorneys, staff, outside vendors, experts, and service providers to ensure efficient case management.

Skills & Experience

• Requires 5+ years of experience supporting attorneys in labor and employment litigation, including wage and hour analysis.
• A Paralegal Certificate (or qualifications meeting California Business and Professions Code requirements) is required.
• Candidates should possess advanced Excel skills, extensive experience with e-discovery platforms and litigation software, strong knowledge of state and federal court procedures, and exceptional organizational, analytical, and communication abilities.
• Trial preparation experience and the ability to work independently while anticipating attorney needs are strongly preferred.

Compensation

$89,000 - $100,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.