Paralegal Litigation Labor and Employment
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Overview
Schedule
Full-time
Career level
Senior-level
Remote
On-site
Compensation
$50-$60/hour
Job Description
Location: Santa Monica, CA
- In Office Role
- Manage and support a complex litigation caseload from inception through trial, with minimal attorney oversight required for day-to-day execution
- Supervise and direct one to two legal assistants, assigning tasks, providing guidance, and ensuring quality and deadlines are met
- Serve as a primary point of contact for Spanish-speaking clients, conducting communications professionally and accurately in both English and Spanish
- Manage an extremely high-volume and deadline-sensitive calendar, including court deadlines, statutes of limitations, deposition scheduling, hearings, and filing deadlines across multiple matters
- Coordinate and execute all aspects of court filings in California state and federal courts, including e-filing, physical service, and proof of service preparation
- Oversee service of process, court filings, and discovery requests; ensure timely and proper service in compliance with applicable rules
- Organize and maintain case files, documents, and databases; manage document review and productions
- Coordinate with courts, opposing counsel, process servers, court reporters, and vendors
- Support attorneys in deposition and hearing preparation, including compiling exhibits and witness materials
- Identify and flag potential case issues proactively; anticipate attorney needs before being asked
- Minimum 5 years of experience as a paralegal in complex civil litigation in California, with plaintiff-side employment litigation experience strongly preferred
- Full professional bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is required; this is a non-negotiable requirement
- Demonstrated experience managing legal assistants or support staff
- Expert-level knowledge of California state and federal court rules, local rules, and filing procedures, including e-filing systems (One Legal, PACER, CM/ECF, etc.)
- Proven ability to manage a high-volume, deadline-driven calendar across multiple concurrent matters with competing priorities
- Experience handling all phases of litigation: filing, service, discovery, deposition logistics, and motions
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate professionally with clients, courts, and opposing counsel
- Highly organized, self-directed, and capable of performing independently with minimal training or supervision
- ABA-approved paralegal certificate or Bachelor's degree in a related field
- Experience in wage and hour class actions, PAGA litigation, or FLSA collective actions
- Familiarity with class action administration, mass client communications, and multi-plaintiff case management
- Experience working in a contingency fee litigation environment
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This job at JBA International is located in Los Angeles, California, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at JBA International?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $50–$60 per hour for this role.
What employment applies to this position at JBA International?
JBA International lists this role as a Full-time position.
What experience level is required for this role at JBA International?
JBA International is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.
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