Litigation Paralegal

Barnes & Thornburg LLP • Los Angeles, CA

23d • $100,000 - $170,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Barnes & Thornburg is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to join our Litigation Department in the Los Angeles office.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and/or Paralegal Certificate required.
• 5+ years of litigation experience.
• Working knowledge of filing procedures and court rules, including PACER/ECF.
• Strong research, drafting, and document management skills.
• Excellent communication, organization, and time management abilities.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Meticulous attention to detail and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Nice To Haves

• Trial experience
• mass tort/MDL experience
• Excel proficiency

Responsibilities

• Provide support to attorneys throughout all phases of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, hearings, and trial.
• Prepare, organize, and file documents with federal and state courts, including through PACER/ECF.
• Conduct legal research and assist with drafting pleadings, correspondence, and discovery responses.
• Finalize legal briefs, including checking citations and preparing exhibits.
• Manage case files, calendars, and deadlines to ensure timely and accurate case progression.
• Coordinate large-scale document productions and maintain databases or spreadsheets to track evidence and case materials.
• Assist with trial preparation, including witness binders, exhibits, and logistics.
• Communicate effectively with attorneys, clients, and external parties.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree