Trial Paralegal

Robert Half • West Hollywood, CA • 4h ago

Description

We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Trial Paralegal to join our team on a contract basis in Los Angeles, California. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in trial preparation, ensuring legal documents, evidence, and exhibits are meticulously managed and organized. This position offers an exciting opportunity to collaborate closely with attorneys and support courtroom proceedings.

Responsibilities:

Coordinate and organize case files, evidence, and exhibits to facilitate seamless trial preparation.

Assist attorneys by drafting and filing legal documents such as motions, pleadings, and discovery requests, ensuring compliance with court deadlines.

Maintain trial calendars, track deadlines, and manage witness lists to support effective case management.

Conduct thorough legal and factual research to support case strategies and strengthen arguments.

Provide direct courtroom support, including document retrieval, exhibit tracking, and operating technology for presentations.

Act as the "hot seat" operator during trial, managing courtroom technology and workflow to ensure smooth proceedings.

Collaborate with attorneys, clients, and external stakeholders to support legal processes and trial execution.

Requirements

Proven experience as a trial paralegal, including Hot Seat courtroom support and technology management.

Proficiency in case management software and courtroom presentation tools.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage complex trial preparations.

Excellent research and communication abilities to support attorneys effectively.

Capability to handle multiple priorities and maintain composure under pressure during trials.

Expertise in trial preparation, including visual aids, exhibits, and mockups.

Solid knowledge of civil litigation and discovery processes.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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