Paralegal - Defense Litigation

Hinshaw & Culbertson•Los Angeles, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP is seeking a Litigation Paralegal for its Los Angeles office. The role focuses on tort defense litigation, including transportation-related personal injury and property damage matters. The paralegal researches law, investigates facts, and prepares documents for attorneys under established policies and procedures. The position manages cases from inception through mediation, arbitration, trial, or settlement; supports discovery and depositions; and contributes to trial preparation and attendance as necessary. The successful candidate has at least five years of general civil litigation experience, including expert retention and preparation of medical chronologies. A bachelor’s degree is preferred. The role requires working knowledge of internet software and proficiency with listed legal, office, and litigation tools, as well as experience in state and federal court systems. The paralegal should be organized, detail-oriented, able to communicate clearly, maintain confidentiality, work collaboratively, and proactively move cases forward with attorneys. Hinshaw describes its work culture as collaborative and inclusive, and highlights competitive compensation, a flexible benefits program, a generous 401(k) plan, professional growth, and work-life balance. The firm is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

At least five years of general civil litigation experience.
Experience with expert retention and preparing medical chronologies.
Experience in state and federal court systems.
Experience with trial preparation and participation or attendance, including organizing witness materials and preparing physical and electronic exhibits.
Knowledge of complex litigation.
Working knowledge of internet software and proficiency with Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat Pro, LexisNexis, Pacer, Relativity, Sanction, TrialPad, and iManage.
Strong writing and editing skills, including the ability to interpret written information and vary writing style to meet needs.
Ability to identify and resolve problems promptly and gather and analyze information skillfully.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, accuracy, and thoroughness.
Ability to follow instructions, respond to management direction, and commit to additional work hours when necessary to reach goals.
Ability to balance team and individual responsibilities and contribute to a positive team environment.
Ability to synthesize complex or diverse information and collect and research data.
Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

Continually review and manage case files from inception through mediation, arbitration, trial, or settlement.
Prepare subpoenas compelling depositions and/or document productions.
Prepare initial discovery, including interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admissions.
Prepare draft discovery responses, including document productions and corresponding privilege logs.
Prepare attorneys for depositions.
Research, vet, and engage subject matter experts.
Monitor response deadlines and timeliness.
Prepare legal documents, including briefs, pleadings, fact and medical chronologies, agreements, and trial or mediation binders.
Investigate facts as requested by attorneys, including through social media research.
Prepare for trial, including trial notebooks, exhibit lists, witness lists, and trial subpoenas; manage witnesses; schedule trial testimony; prepare and manipulate trial presentations; and perform other trial-related tasks as necessary.
Attend trial as necessary.
Move cases forward by anticipating next steps and proactively discussing them with attorneys.
Maintain confidentiality and follow through on commitments.