Paralegal (Personal Injury)

Litigation Paralegal

Based in Los Angeles, BD&J is California’s leading personal injury law firm, having recovered over $2 billion for our clients. We are currently seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Litigation Paralegal to join our high-performing litigation team. This is a full-time, onsite position and a great opportunity for a litigation-focused paralegal to work alongside some of the top Associates within the firm. 

The Litigation Paralegal will support attorneys throughout the litigation process, from case filing through trial preparation. The ideal candidate is proactive, highly organized, and experienced in managing litigation calendars, drafting legal documents, and coordinating with experts, courts, and clients.

Responsibilities include:
• Draft and file legal documents including complaints, motions, discovery, and subpoenas
• Coordinate and manage case calendars including deadlines, hearings, and trial dates
• Assist with preparation for depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trials
• Summarize medical records, deposition transcripts, and discovery responses
• Maintain and organize case files and trial binders
• Communicate with clients, medical providers, expert witnesses, and court personnel
• Assist attorneys with case strategy and trial preparation
• Ensure timely service of documents and follow up on filing confirmations
• Perform legal research and support case development as needed

Skills & Requirements:
• 2+ years of litigation paralegal experience (personal injury litigation highly preferred)
• Strong knowledge of California civil litigation procedures and court rules
• Proficiency in drafting and managing legal documents and court filings
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills
• High attention to detail and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal case management software
• Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus

We offer an excellent compensation package including:
• Guaranteed Competitive pay plan
• Proficiency/performance bonus
• 401K
• 80 hours of vacation the first year of employment
• Paid Holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Supplemental insurance
• Opportunity for advancement

At BD&J, we have a clear vision: to be the place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, stay, and do their best work. We pride ourselves on bringing the best results to our clients and know our company runs on the hard work and dedication of our passionate and creative employees.

BD&J is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

BD&J is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer dedicated to a policy of compliance with all federal, state, and local laws regarding nondiscrimination in employment. No questions included in our application process are intended to secure information to be used for unlawful purposes.

Consistent with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), applicants may request accommodations needed to participate in the application process.