California Civil Litigation Paralegal

Equivity, Inc.•San Jose, CA

57d•$29•Remote

About The Position

Equivity is seeking an experienced California Civil Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys handling a wide range of matters, including real property disputes, business and contract litigation, employment law, and medical or professional defense. This position offers the opportunity to work with multiple California-based law firms, including one specializing in estate and healthcare litigation involving skilled nursing facilities and elder abuse defense. We are looking for a highly organized, detail-oriented professional with strong knowledge of California civil procedure who can manage multiple cases, anticipate attorney needs, and thrive in a remote environment. At Equivity, we do things differently. Founded by an attorney and guided by experienced paralegals, we understand the realities of litigation. We provide long-term stability by connecting you with established law firms while maintaining the flexibility of remote work. You’ll be part of a collaborative, professional community that values excellence, communication, and continuous growth. Equivity provides virtual paralegal, administrative, reception and marketing services to attorneys and businesses nationwide. Our team works remotely while maintaining a collaborative, professional environment built on mutual respect and a commitment to client success.

Requirements

Experience: Minimum of 3 years of recent California civil litigation experience, including discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.
Education: Bachelors degree required
Knowledge: Strong command of California Code of Civil Procedure, court rules, and e-filing procedures across state and federal courts.
Skills: Excellent writing, communication, and analytical abilities; exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
Technology: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and legal research databases.
Work Style: Self-motivated, dependable, and able to balance multiple priorities independently while maintaining clear communication with supervising attorneys.
Location: Candidates based in California are strongly preferred, as occasional in-person trial support may be required.
PC and Windows users preferred.
Windows 10
2GHz+ processor (Intel i5/AMD equivalent or higher)
8GB+ RAM
100GB+ hard drive space
Bitdefender, McAfee Antivirus Plus, or Symantec Norton AntiVirus Basic

Nice To Haves

Experience in estate litigation, elder abuse, or healthcare defense is a plus.
Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program preferred but not required.
Experience with Clio, One Legal, or other case management platforms preferred.

Responsibilities

Case Management: Manage civil litigation cases from intake through trial and post-judgment, ensuring deadlines are met and case files remain organized and up to date.
Document Preparation and Filing: Draft, edit, and file pleadings, discovery, subpoenas, and motions in compliance with California Rules of Court and local filing rules. Coordinate e-filings and paper filings with courts across California and maintain proof of service and filing confirmations.
Discovery Support: Prepare and respond to discovery requests, track deadlines, review and summarize responses, and coordinate the collection and production of documents.
Legal Research: Conduct factual and legal research using Westlaw, LexisNexis, or comparable tools. Prepare concise summaries for attorney review and assist with citation checking and formatting.
Trial Preparation: Assist with pretrial logistics, including exhibit lists, witness lists, jury instructions, and trial binders. Provide direct support during trial as needed.
Calendar Management: Maintain case calendars, monitor deadlines, and coordinate hearing schedules, filings, and appearance dates.
Client and Court Communication: Professionally interact with clients, court personnel, opposing counsel, experts, and vendors to facilitate smooth case progress and filing coordination.
Administrative Support: Handle scheduling, document organization, scanning, filing correspondence and pleadings, and ensuring consistent workflow in compliance with firm procedures.