Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP
Paralegal - Los Angeles
Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Paralegal - Los Angeles
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Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP
Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP seeks an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join our Los Angeles office. This position provides critical support to attorneys throughout all stages of litigation in both California state and federal courts, with a focus on investigation, research, and trial preparation. The successful candidate will have experience summarizing records, participating in the discovery process, conducting factual investigations, including social media research, and assisting attorneys with the organization and presentation of complex evidence in court.
This position is a full‑time, non‑exempt, 7.5‑hour/day position. Current arrangement: 2 days on‑site and 3 days from home weekly upon satisfactory completion of the introductory period, subject to change.
Responsibilities
Assist attorneys in case development, discovery, and trial preparation for civil and fraud‑related litigation matters.
Conduct factual and fraud investigations, including review of financial records, public documents, and social media content relevant to claims and defenses.
Assist with discovery projects, including working with subpoenas, written discovery, document review, and deposition preparation.
Collect, analyze, and summarize evidence and maintain proper chain‑of‑custody documentation.
Prepare and manage trial materials, exhibits, and witness binders; assist with voir dire, jury selection, and courtroom logistics.
Organize and manage large volumes of case documents and evidence using Relativity, CaseMap, and NetDocuments.
Conduct legal and factual research using LexisNexis, Westlaw, and other tools.
Coordinate communication among attorneys, clients, investigators, experts, and witnesses to ensure smooth case development and trial readiness.
Qualifications
Meet requirements under California Business & Professions Code 6450.
Bachelor’s degree and ABA‑approved Paralegal Certificate required.
Minimum five (5) years of litigation experience, including trial and investigative support.
Experience conducting fraud investigations and using social media or online research tools to develop evidence.
Comprehensive understanding of California and federal court procedures, including e‑filing systems (One Legal, CM/ECF).
Proficiency with litigation technology and trial presentation tools (Relativity, CaseMap, TrialDirector, NetDocuments, PowerPoint).
Strong organizational and communication skills; ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Compensation The pay range for this role is the hourly equivalent of $90,000 – $115,000 annually. Actual compensation will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, skillset, and successful track record. Annual discretionary bonuses, competitive health insurance benefits, and 401(k) with a partial match are offered when individuals are eligible for benefits.
We encourage all interested candidates to apply by emailing a cover letter and resume to
staffrecruiting@bwslaw.com .
Burke, Williams & Sorensen LLP is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Important Note To Search Consultants: By posting jobs, Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP does not automatically authorize search firms or other third parties to directly solicit candidates on the firm’s behalf. Please note that all candidate submissions (including candidate referrals and resumes) must be sent directly to recruiting@bwslaw.com, and not to attorneys or other employees of the firm. Search firms must have prior approval and a written agreement in place before submitting resumes. If you are interested in working with Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP, please email staffrecruiting@bwslaw.com.
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Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP
Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP seeks an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join our Los Angeles office. This position provides critical support to attorneys throughout all stages of litigation in both California state and federal courts, with a focus on investigation, research, and trial preparation. The successful candidate will have experience summarizing records, participating in the discovery process, conducting factual investigations, including social media research, and assisting attorneys with the organization and presentation of complex evidence in court.
This position is a full‑time, non‑exempt, 7.5‑hour/day position. Current arrangement: 2 days on‑site and 3 days from home weekly upon satisfactory completion of the introductory period, subject to change.
Responsibilities
Assist attorneys in case development, discovery, and trial preparation for civil and fraud‑related litigation matters.
Conduct factual and fraud investigations, including review of financial records, public documents, and social media content relevant to claims and defenses.
Assist with discovery projects, including working with subpoenas, written discovery, document review, and deposition preparation.
Collect, analyze, and summarize evidence and maintain proper chain‑of‑custody documentation.
Prepare and manage trial materials, exhibits, and witness binders; assist with voir dire, jury selection, and courtroom logistics.
Organize and manage large volumes of case documents and evidence using Relativity, CaseMap, and NetDocuments.
Conduct legal and factual research using LexisNexis, Westlaw, and other tools.
Coordinate communication among attorneys, clients, investigators, experts, and witnesses to ensure smooth case development and trial readiness.
Qualifications
Meet requirements under California Business & Professions Code 6450.
Bachelor’s degree and ABA‑approved Paralegal Certificate required.
Minimum five (5) years of litigation experience, including trial and investigative support.
Experience conducting fraud investigations and using social media or online research tools to develop evidence.
Comprehensive understanding of California and federal court procedures, including e‑filing systems (One Legal, CM/ECF).
Proficiency with litigation technology and trial presentation tools (Relativity, CaseMap, TrialDirector, NetDocuments, PowerPoint).
Strong organizational and communication skills; ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Compensation The pay range for this role is the hourly equivalent of $90,000 – $115,000 annually. Actual compensation will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, skillset, and successful track record. Annual discretionary bonuses, competitive health insurance benefits, and 401(k) with a partial match are offered when individuals are eligible for benefits.
We encourage all interested candidates to apply by emailing a cover letter and resume to
staffrecruiting@bwslaw.com .
Burke, Williams & Sorensen LLP is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Important Note To Search Consultants: By posting jobs, Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP does not automatically authorize search firms or other third parties to directly solicit candidates on the firm’s behalf. Please note that all candidate submissions (including candidate referrals and resumes) must be sent directly to recruiting@bwslaw.com, and not to attorneys or other employees of the firm. Search firms must have prior approval and a written agreement in place before submitting resumes. If you are interested in working with Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP, please email staffrecruiting@bwslaw.com.
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