Civil Litigation Paralegal

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Honduras.

📋 Description

• Take charge of the preparation, organization, and management of written discovery for California Personal Injury litigation cases.

• Draft and assist in the responses to interrogatories, requests for production, requests for admission, and other related discovery inquiries.

• Engage directly with clients who speak English and Spanish to collect case facts, records, documents, and additional information necessary for discovery.

• Examine client responses and accompanying documents, identify any missing or incomplete information, and follow up until discovery packages are fully prepared for attorney review.

• Create and prepare pleadings and other standard civil litigation documents with minimal supervision.

• Collaborate with attorneys to ensure that discovery responses, pleadings, and supporting materials are complete, accurate, and submitted punctually.

• Monitor California litigation deadlines, discovery due dates, court dates, and other significant case milestones.

• Prepare and coordinate filings with the California Superior Court and manage electronic submissions.

• Organize medical records, supporting documents, client materials, and litigation files to facilitate quick access for attorneys.

• Provide assistance with motions and other litigation documentation when necessary, while recognizing when attorney input or approval is required.

⛳️ Requirements

• Extensive hands-on experience supporting U.S. Personal Injury civil litigation matters, particularly with practical California litigation experience.

• Strong understanding of California civil discovery procedures, workflows, and deadlines.

• Proven experience in preparing interrogatories, requests for production, requests for admission, and related discovery responses.

• Bilingual in English and Spanish, both written and spoken, with the ability to confidently communicate directly with Spanish-speaking clients regarding detailed case information.

• Excellent legal drafting and document review skills, including experience in preparing pleadings and supporting litigation documents.

• Experience managing multiple active cases, navigating competing deadlines, litigation calendars, and court filing requirements with a high level of accuracy.

• Capability to independently manage routine civil litigation tasks, proactively resolve missing information, and appropriately escalate substantive legal inquiries to attorneys.

• Familiarity with California Superior Court electronic filing systems.

• Experience with MerusCase or similar litigation case management software; experience with MerusCase is highly preferred.

• Possession of a paralegal certification or formal legal education.

• Previous experience working remotely with U.S. attorneys or litigation teams.

• Broader experience in supporting motions and other pretrial litigation tasks.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

• Flexibility to work remotely.