Paralegal - Employment Litigation (Single Plaintiff FEHA)

About the role

An experienced Paralegal with a strong background in Employment Litigation for Single Plaintiff (FEHA) cases is sought. The role works closely with attorneys and partners through the litigation process, covering discrimination, wrongful termination, retaliation, harassment and other employment law claims. It calls for exceptional attention to detail, strong organization and the ability to manage a high-volume caseload under tight deadlines.

Key responsibilities

• Draft discovery requests, propounding documents and deposition notices for attorney review
• Prepare substantive Plaintiff discovery responses and review Defendant responses
• Prepare and file legal documents, including tables of contents, tables of authorities and state and federal court filings
• Draft meet-and-confer letters, complaints, witness statements and legal correspondence
• Maintain regular communication with clients, experts, defense counsel and legal teams
• Own case calendaring and deadline management, reminding attorneys 14, 7 and 3 days before deadlines
• Assist with trial preparation, including exhibits and pre-trial documentation
• Collaborate with Partners and Associate Attorneys to keep cases moving smoothly

Required profile

• Minimum 2 years of Paralegal experience in Employment Litigation for Single Plaintiff (FEHA)
• U.S. legal experience is mandatory
• Advanced C1 English proficiency
• Experience drafting discovery and reviewing Defendant responses
• Strong knowledge of litigation timelines and case management
• Ability to handle multiple cases and deadlines at once