Litigation Paralegal​/Legal Secretary

Litigation Paralegal/Legal Secretary

Location: El Segundo, CA

Pay Range and Benefits: $80K to $110K per year, along with Paid Time Off, Paid Sick Time and Holidays, Healthcare, Dental and Vision Coverage, 401(k)

Position Type: Full‑Time, Direct Hire, Hybrid (3 Days Onsite) after 30‑day Probation Period

LHH is partnering with a fast‑paced, regional litigation law firm in seeking a highly experienced and detail‑oriented Litigation Paralegal/Legal Secretary to join their Los Angeles office located in El Segundo. This role is ideal for a seasoned legal professional with a minimum of 5 years of litigation experience who thrives in a collaborative, deadline‑driven environment.

• Manage and organize complex litigation cases, including commercial litigation matters.
• Assist attorneys with all aspects of litigation, including trial preparation and support.
• Prepare, organize, and file legal documents with state and federal courts, ensuring compliance with court rules and procedures.
• Handle discovery processes from start to finish, including drafting, reviewing, and responding to discovery requests.
• Maintain familiarity with local court rules and deadlines and ensure compliance in all filings.
• Calendar and manage case‑related deadlines, hearings, and appointments using legal calendaring software.
• Schedule appointments, depositions, court appearances, and other case‑related activities.
• File, organize, and maintain client files both digitally and in hard copy.
• Communicate and interact with clients on a daily basis to gather information, provide updates, and ensure exceptional client service.
• Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, expert witnesses, and court personnel as needed.
• Draft and proofread legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and correspondence.
• Prepare case materials including exhibits, indexes, and trial binders.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a litigation paralegal or legal secretary in a law firm setting.
• Experience with filing in both state and federal courts and deep understanding of relevant procedures.
• Strong knowledge of court rules, calendaring, and deadline management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal case management software.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to handle a high‑volume caseload.
• Exceptional time management and multitasking skills.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Paralegal certification or degree from an accredited program is a plus.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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