Litigation Paralegal

Overview

Are you a meticulously organized and action-oriented paraprofessional committed to working closely with attorneys to organize, manage, and execute critical aspects of litigation and deliver the best results for clients? JDS Law empowers California businesses to solve their employment challenges—both in and out of court—so they can focus on their business, not lawsuits. JDS Law exists to help clients safeguard their success!

If this mission resonates with you, then please keep reading.

As a Litigation Paralegal with our Temecula-based firm, you will be at the heart of the legal process, driving the momentum of each case from pre-trial preparation to courtroom proceedings. If you thrive seeing a case through from beginning to end, have at least 2 years’ recent experience supporting litigators in California courts, and if you want your career to provide fulfilling work, a supportive and stimulating environment, and a reasonable workload, we want to hear from you.

• Manage reasonable caseload of probate and civil litigation matters.
• Perform legal research and work with attorneys to develop legal arguments.
• Complete legal forms and draft documents, including pleadings, discovery and responses, motions, status reports, settlement agreements, and other case filings.
• Manage discovery and litigation calendar and track deadlines
• Ensure attorneys are prepared for court appearances through trial and assist in the courtroom.
• Interact with clients, court clerks, probate examiners, opposing parties, and opposing counsel.
• Minimum billable hours: 1,400 per year for full-time (we expect high-quality work).

• Must meet Business & Professions Code  definition of Paralegal.
• 2+ years recent hands-on experience with cases filed in California courts; probate court experience a plus.
• Working knowledge of the California Rules of Court and Code of Civil Procedure a must.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office/365 required.
• Familiarity with Clio Grow and Clio Manage preferred.
• Outstanding attention to detail, superior communication skills, and practical organizational skills are important for this position.

$62,400 - $72,800 yearly

What We Offer:

• Part-time option available for the right candidate
• Paid vacation, medical/dental, 401(k) match
• Flexible scheduling, hybrid potential (not fully remote)
• A team that values your judgment, your time, and your growth

If you’re ready to use your courtroom skills to protect California small businesses—and want to grow with a firm that’s growing with intention—we want to hear from you
. Come join a firm that lets you practice at a high level without living at the office. Send resumé + writing sample to with “Elevate” in the subject line.