Paralegal - General Litigation

About Us
The Office of the Los Angeles City Attorney is one of the nation's largest municipal law offices. With over 1,000 legal professionals, including 500 attorneys, the Office provides the City with the highest caliber of legal services, ranging from prosecuting criminal misdemeanors and playing a leading role in criminal justice reform, advising on homelessness initiatives, defending civil lawsuits and claims, and bringing civil enforcement actions in the name of the People of the State of California.

Guided by an overarching commitment to integrity, accountability and transparency, we find great meaning in the work we do and the services we provide.

We seek collaborative team players who understand that fulfilling our mission is key to making a positive impact.

The General Litigation Division defends the City of Los Angeles and its employees in civil tort litigation, particularly in personal injury and property damage actions.

The Paralegal will work closely with the Supervising Attorney and Deputy City Attorneys assigned to the General Litigation Division and perform paralegal assignments in litigation and non-litigation matters.  The Paralegal assigned to the position will be working extensively on discovery matters including responses to interrogatories, requests for admissions, and requests for production of documents and digesting deposition transcripts.   Other duties and responsibilities include:  Preparing both State and Federal Court pleadings, including necessary legal research, drafting of declarations, legal memorandum and law & motion documents; Communicating directly with the assigned attorney(s), City departments and personnel, and opposing counsel; Routine administrative duties, including but not limited to CityLaw entries; Other duties as assigned.

Requirements  

a postsecondary institution that requires the successful completion of a minimum of 24 semester units, or the equivalent in law-related courses, which has been accredited by a national or regional accrediting organization or approved by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary and Vocational Education.

• The position requires a self-motivated, quick learner who can exercise independent judgment and is able of working with minimum supervision. Good oral and written communication skills are also required.
• Applicants must possess impeccable ethics, excellent organizational skills, and have the ability to work well with attorneys and staff of this Office, personnel from other agencies, and members of the public.
• The hours for this position are generally from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday; however, flexibility is required. Reliable attendance and punctuality are mandatory.

Desirable Qualifications

Requirements for Application 

• Resume
• Cover Letter; and
• Paralegal Certificate

Telework

This position may qualify for up to 2 days of telework per week.

Current Location

City Hall East, 200 N. Main Street, Los Angeles. Position is subject to assignment at any location within the County of Los Angeles.

Probation

Appointment to this exempt position (non-Civil-Service) will be subject to a one (1) year probationary period as required by Section 1050 of the City Charter. Successful completion of the one (1) year probationary period will result in tenure with the office.

Conflict of Interest

This position is designated as Category 10 on the Conflict of Interest Code.

Application and Deadline

Interested candidates should go to: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacityattorney/

to apply online by 5:00 PM on Monday, July 7, 2025.

Contact

Questions? Please email atty.recruit@lacity.org.

AS A COVERED ENTITY UNDER TITLE Il OF THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, THE CITY OF LOS ANGELES DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY AND, UPON REQUEST, WILL PROVIDE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION TO ENSURE EQUAL ACCESS TO ITS PROGRAMS, SERVICES AND ACTIVITIES. TO REQUEST A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION, PLEASE CALL (213) 978-7160.