Employment Defense Paralegal
Job Description
Employment Defense Paralegal
Location: Los Angeles, CA (Hybrid)
Job Type: Full-Time
Overview
Our client is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join its litigation team. This hybrid opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong civil litigation experience who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive litigation support to attorneys throughout all phases of the legal process, from case preparation through trial.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare subpoenas for records and witness appearances.
Assist with document production, including Bates stamping, organization, and quality control.
Prepare and manage SharePoint links for document sharing and collaboration.
Manage documents within the DISCO e-discovery platform.
Prepare and track Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Public Records Act (PRA) requests.
Conduct background investigations and factual research in support of litigation matters.
Provide comprehensive trial support, including preparing exhibit lists, witness lists, trial binders, coordinating with vendors, managing trial subpoenas, and assisting with courtroom preparation.
Redact confidential and sensitive information from legal documents.
Research California statutes, codes, and legal authorities.
Conduct PACER and verdict searches as directed by attorneys.
Maintain organized case files and assist attorneys with all aspects of litigation.
Qualifications
Minimum 3 years of paralegal experience, preferably in labor & employment or civil litigation.
Paralegal Certificate required.
Experience providing trial preparation and trial support.
Strong knowledge of California court rules and procedures.
Proficiency with DISCO or similar e-discovery platforms.
Experience using Microsoft SharePoint and PACER.
Strong legal research, organizational, and document management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.
We’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.
Our Services
W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.
We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.
We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.
Our Expertise
W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.
As a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.
