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Kirkland & Ellis · 1 month ago

Paralegal II – Litigation

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$100K/yr - $145K/yr

8+ years exp

Kirkland & Ellis is a leading law firm known for its commitment to legal excellence and teamwork. As a Litigation Paralegal II, you will support case teams throughout the litigation process, managing discovery, preparing filings, and providing trial support in a dynamic team environment.

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Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Document Production Management – Oversee collection, organization, and production of materials from clients, opposing parties, and third parties, while maintaining chain of custody and handling logistics for multiple formats

Substantive Research – Analyze case documents and conduct procedural research for relevant court venues

Filing & Legal Document Preparation – Draft routine filings, check citations for accuracy, compile exhibits, and coordinate service of process and court filings, including collaboration with local counsel

Trial & Hearing Support – Prepare pretrial documents, track and organize trial exhibits, manage trial transcripts, and provide essential on-site support during proceedings

Additional Duties – Take on other responsibilities as needed to support case teams and client needs

Qualification

Complex litigation experienceDocument production managementLitigation support applicationsSubstantive researchFiling & legal document preparationTrial supportAnalytical skillsMS Office proficiencyElectronic filingRelativity proficiencyPacer Pro proficiencyTextMap experienceWestlaw experienceOrganizational skillsTeamworkCommunicationFlexibility