Litigation Paralegal

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Products Liability/Mass Torts Litigation Paralegal for a confidential client. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated professional to join a dynamic legal team and contribute to high-stakes litigation cases.

Responsibilities:

• Assist attorneys in all phases of products liability and mass torts litigation, from inception through trial and appeal.
• Conduct legal research and gather relevant case law, statutes, and regulations.
• Draft and prepare legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and responses.
• Manage and organize case files, ensuring all documents are accurately filed and easily accessible.
• Coordinate and manage document production, including e-discovery, and review documents for relevance and privilege.
• Assist in the preparation of depositions, including summarizing deposition transcripts and organizing exhibits.
• Communicate with clients, witnesses, and experts to gather information and coordinate case activities.
• Prepare trial materials, including exhibits, witness lists, and trial binders.
• Support attorneys during trial, including managing exhibits and providing real-time assistance as needed.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of products liability and mass torts litigation trends and best practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a paralegal in products liability and mass torts litigation.
• Strong understanding of legal terminology, principles, and procedures related to products liability and mass torts.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software, such as Westlaw, LexisNexis, and e-discovery platforms.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and legal case management software.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive and solution-oriented approach.

Benefits:

This posting is a representative sample of the types of roles we typically place with our clients. Depending on the specific client, location, and role, the benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401k plan. Additionally, you may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance