California Civil Litigation Paralegal

California Civil Litigation  

Equivity is seeking an experienced California Civil Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys handling estate litigation, elder abuse defense, medical malpractice defense, and healthcare litigation involving skilled nursing facilities. This position offers the opportunity to work with California-based attorneys whose practices focus on complex estate and healthcare-related litigation. We are looking for a highly organized, detail-oriented professional with strong knowledge of California civil procedure who can manage multiple cases, anticipate attorney needs, and thrive in a remote environment. 

What You’ll Do 

• Case Management: Manage estate litigation, elder abuse, medical malpractice defense, and healthcare/SNF cases from intake through trial and post-judgment, ensuring deadlines are met and case files remain organized and up to date. 

• Document Preparation and Filing: Draft, edit, and file pleadings, motions, subpoenas (including medical and facility record subpoenas), and discovery documents in compliance with California Rules of Court and local filing rules. Coordinate e-filings statewide and maintain proof of service and filing confirmations. 

• Discovery Support: Prepare and respond to discovery requests, track deadlines, review and summarize responses, issue and monitor third-party subpoenas, and coordinate the collection, review, and production of documents. 

• Legal Research: Conduct factual and legal research using Westlaw, LexisNexis, or comparable tools. Prepare concise summaries for attorney review and assist with citation checking and formatting. 

• Trial Preparation: Assist with pretrial logistics, including exhibit lists, witness lists, jury instructions, demonstratives, and trial binders. Provide direct support during trial as needed, including handling trial presentation technology. 

• Calendar Management: Maintain case calendars, monitor deadlines, and coordinate hearing schedules, filings, and appearance dates. 

• Client and Court Communication: Professionally interact with clients, court personnel, opposing counsel, witnesses, experts, and vendors to facilitate smooth case progress and information gathering. 

• Administrative Support: Handle scheduling, document organization, scanning, filing correspondence and pleadings, and ensuring consistent workflow in compliance with firm procedures. 

About You 

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of recent California civil litigation experience, including discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation. Experience in estate litigation, elder abuse defense, medical malpractice defense, or healthcare/SNF matters strongly preferred. 

• Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred; Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program or equivalent experience required. 

• Knowledge: Strong command of California Code of Civil Procedure, judicial council forms, medical/facility subpoena procedures, court rules, and e-filing procedures across California courts. 

• Skills: Excellent writing, communication, and analytical abilities; exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. 

• Technology: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and legal research databases. Experience with Clio, One Legal, or other case management platforms preferred. 

• Work Style: Self-motivated, dependable, and able to balance multiple priorities independently while maintaining clear communication with supervising attorneys. 

• Location: Candidates based in California are strongly preferred 

• PC and Windows users preferred. 

Why You’ll Love Working Here 

At Equivity, we do things differently. Founded by an attorney and guided by experienced paralegals, we understand the realities of litigation. We provide long-term stability by connecting you with established law firms while maintaining the flexibility of remote work. You’ll be part of a collaborative, professional community that values excellence, communication, and continuous growth.