Paralegal

We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to join a construction company in Canyon Country, California for an immediate Contract assignment. This onsite role will support outside counsel on an active litigation matter and is well suited for a legal specialist who can bring order to complex case documentation. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful litigation work in a business casual environment, with the possibility of additional assignments based on business needs.

Responsibilities:
• Review, sort, and maintain extensive litigation records gathered over several years to ensure materials are easy to access and use.
• Build detailed case chronologies and timelines that help counsel track developments and prepare legal strategy.
• Assemble, label, and organize supporting documentation for ongoing litigation and related legal proceedings.
• Prepare initial discovery and disclosure materials, ensuring documents are complete, accurate, and ready for attorney review.
• Work closely with external attorneys to support case planning, document requests, and critical filing deadlines.
• Keep legal files, records, and matter-related documentation current, structured, and compliant with case needs.• At least 3 years of experience in a Paralegal, Legal Assistant, Legal Administrator, or Litigation Assistant capacity.
• Working knowledge of civil litigation procedures, discovery practices, and trial preparation support.
• Demonstrated ability to manage high volumes of documents and organize complex legal files efficiently.
• Experience using case management software to track records, deadlines, and litigation materials.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to produce accurate work in a deadline-driven environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, particularly when coordinating with attorneys.
• Ability to work independently in a fully onsite setting in Canyon Country, California.