Posted 06/17/2025
Job Number: 13335

Temporary Paralegal

Pasadena, California Remote

Industry: Legal Services

Job Category: Legal

Job Type: Temp

Salary: $0/Hourly

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Job Description

A boutique California-based employment litigation firm is seeking an experienced Temporary Paralegal to provide high-level support for a busy team of three attorneys during a 3-to-4-month maternity leave coverage. This role begins ASAP and runs through October or November. The ideal candidate is a California litigation pro who’s organized, tech-savvy, and confident working independently in a remote setting. You’ll be supporting over 100 active cases, handling document prep, discovery, e-filing, and case management with minimal oversight.

Salary Range: $50 – $55 / hourly

Temp Paralegal Responsibilities:

  • Draft, review, and edit pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal correspondence
  • Conduct legal research and summarize statutes, case law, and findings
  • Maintain and organize digital case files to ensure deadlines are tracked and met
  • Coordinate document production and manage discovery workflows
  • Support attorneys with deposition, hearing, and trial prep
  • Communicate with clients, court personnel, and opposing counsel as needed
  • E-file documents in accordance with California court procedures

Temp Paralegal Requirements:

  • 5+ years of experience as a litigation paralegal
  • Deep understanding of California litigation procedures, employment litigation is preferred
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and legal file management systems
  • Experience with Cleo is a plus or similar legal practice management software
  • Excellent organization, communication, and time management skills
  • Must be based in California or the West Coast (PST) and available full-time
  • High school diploma or equivalent required

Assignment Details:

  • Start Date: Within 1–2 weeks
  • Duration: ~3–4 months
  • Schedule: Mon–Fri, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM PST and potential for overtime

Ready to jump into a fast-paced litigation environment and hit the ground running? Apply now!

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Job ID: a0CUm00002o9fJbMAI

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