Temp Litigation Paralegal - Los Angeles

Pay Rate: $35–$40 per hour Location: Downtown Los Angeles, CA Job Type: Contract-to-Hire, Full-Time, Onsite

LHH is partnering with a large national law firm seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal on a contract-to-hire basis to support a busy business litigation practice in Downtown Los Angeles. This role requires a hands-on paralegal with strong trial preparation experience and the ability to manage matters from pleadings through trial. There is strong potential for conversion based on performance and business need.

• Assist attorneys in all phases of litigation, from initial pleadings through trial and post-trial support
• Prepare for trial, including trial binders, witness files, exhibit preparation, and trial logistics
• Independently handle court filings and ensure compliance with deadlines in state and federal courts
• Draft pleadings, correspondence, discovery materials, and other legal documents
• Organize, maintain, and manage case files and litigation calendars
• Coordinate with clients, witnesses, experts, and court personnel
• Support discovery processes

• 4+ years of experience as a litigation paralegal; strong business litigation background preferred
• Trial preparation experience required
• Paralegal certification required
• Strong knowledge of California state and federal court filing procedures
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with eDiscovery tools is a plus, not a requirement

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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

Military connected talent encouraged to apply