Bilingual Litigation Paralegal

Job Type: Full-Time

Work Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Pacific Time, with a 1-hour break

Salary: $1,200 per month

Job Overview: 

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Litigation Paralegal to support our personal injury litigation team from case filing through resolution. This role involves preparing and filing legal documents, managing court deadlines, coordinating depositions and mediations, and assisting attorneys with all aspects of litigation. The ideal candidate has a strong background in personal injury law, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and can manage multiple active cases simultaneously. Spanish fluency is strongly preferred, as a significant portion of our clients are Spanish-speaking.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and file lawsuits, including Summons, Complaint, Civil Case Cover Sheet (CCC), and Addendums

• Prepare Statements of Damages

• E-file lawsuits with the court once approved and signed by the supervising attorney

• Obtain conformed copies for service

• Coordinate and send lawsuits for service

• Calendar all court deadlines, hearings, depositions, mediations, IMEs, and related events

• Continuously monitor court dockets to ensure no hearings or deadlines are missed

• Prepare complaints, mediation briefs, and related litigation documents

• Propound and respond to discovery

• Obtain and prepare discovery responses, including signed verifications from clients

• Communicate with clients regarding discovery and case updates

• Confirm depositions, IMEs, mediations, and related litigation events

• Schedule court calls and ensure court reporters and translators are arranged when necessary

• Scan and manage all incoming and outgoing mail

• Prepare and file Minor’s Compromise petitions when applicable

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum 2+ years of litigation paralegal experience (personal injury strongly preferred)

• Strong knowledge of California civil litigation procedures and court filing systems

• Experience preparing complaints, discovery, mediation briefs, and litigation documents

• Familiarity with calendaring court deadlines and monitoring dockets

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills

• Ability to manage multiple active cases and strict deadlines

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Bilingual in English and Spanish (strongly preferred)

• High attention to detail and ability to work independently

• Proficiency in legal case management systems and e-filing platforms

Note: An NBI or police clearance will be required upon acceptance of the job offer.