Senior Litigation Paralegal – Personal Injury at WEST COAST TRIAL LAWYERS APLC – Los Angeles, California

West Coast Trial Lawyers is a top-ranked personal injury firm recognized for our aggressive litigation approach, elite trial experience, and hands-on client advocacy. With over $1.6 billion recovered for our clients, our attorneys bring exceptional backgrounds from top law schools and some of the largest, most respected firms in the nation.

We’re seeking a Senior Litigation Paralegal with at least 5 years of experience in personal injury litigation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background supporting attorneys through all phases of litigation from case inception through trial and must be proficient in drafting and propounding discovery.

Responsibilities

Case Management and Staff Development

• Independently manage a high-volume personal injury caseload from pre-litigation through trial and post-trial wrap-up
• Maintain organized case files with accurate documentation of all communications, filings, and case activity
• File legal documents in county and federal courts (including e-filing)
• Manage attorney calendars and ensure compliance with deadlines under the CCP and local court rules
• Interview and train new team members to align with firm standards and expectations

Client and Party Communication

• Serve as the primary point of contact between clients and supervising attorneys
• Coordinate communication with opposing counsel, experts, court staff, and other parties

Legal Drafting and Discovery

• Draft complaints, answers, motions, discovery responses, subpoenas, deposition notices, and trial documents
• Prepare and track discovery, subpoenas, and deposition notices
• Assist in expert witness retention and case coordination

Trial Preparation

• Organize and maintain trial binders (digital and hard copy)
• Prepare exhibit lists, deposition summaries, witness files, and jury instructions
• Ensure attorneys are fully equipped for trial

In-Court Support

• Coordinate courtroom logistics and material transport
• Assist attorneys during trial (exhibit handling, witness prep, on-the-spot case support)
• Monitor court filings and deadlines during trial

• 5+ years of litigation experience, specifically in personal injury
• Prior trial experience is required
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office and Outlook
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with legal teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines

Salary Expectations: From $30.00/hr

West Coast Trial Lawyers offers health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, a health savings account (HSA), a 401(k) plan with employer contributions, paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays.