Paralegal – Labor and Employment

O'Hagan Meyer

Paralegal supporting O’Hagan Meyer attorneys in labor and employment defense litigation. Assisting with discovery, subpoenas, legal research, document analysis, and case management.

Posted 8/26/2026full-timeNewport Beach • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $31 - $38 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in labor and employment litigation, with strong skills in legal research, document preparation, and case management. Proficient in utilizing technology tools for effective communication and organization.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Paralegal CertificateLabor And Employment Litigation ExperienceUnderstanding Of State And Federal Court RulesLegal Research SkillsDocument Preparation And Analysis

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Hard Skills

Legal ResearchDocument PreparationCase ManagementChronology And Timeline PreparationData Compilation And Calculations

Soft Skills

Excellent Oral And Written CommunicationExceptional Organizational SkillsDetail-OrientedAbility To Work IndependentlyTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Adobe AcrobatMS ExcelMS OfficeOutlook

Certifications & Qualifications

Paralegal Certificate

Industry Keywords

Discovery ProcessInterrogatoriesRequests For ProductionSubpoenasPAGA Damage Claims

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist attorneys in the discovery process, including drafting responses to interrogatories, requests for production of documents, and other written discovery requests
Request, analyze, and summarize client documents, records, and reports
Prepare chronologies and timelines
Prepare and serve subpoenas for business records and depositions
Investigate claims and allegations by interviewing witnesses, preparing statements, and gathering facts, documents, and evidence
Assist attorneys with information and documents for motion practice, depositions, hearings, and trials
Organize and prepare document productions and analyze key documents
Compile data and prepare calculations related to Class and PAGA damage claims
Conduct legal research for motion practice, hearings, and trials
Research and compile information for retention of and consultation with experts
Support overall case planning, development, and management
Perform other case duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Paralegal Certificate from an accredited and approved paralegal education program
At least one year of experience in labor and employment litigation
Very strong understanding of State and Federal court rules and procedures
Excellent computer skills
Knowledge of Adobe Acrobat, MS Excel, and MS Office, including Outlook
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Exceptional organizational skills
Detail-oriented
Ability to work independently and with the team
Positive attitude

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, & Vision)
401(k) Retirement Plan
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave, & Company Holidays)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short Term & Long-Term Disability
Training & Development
Wellness Resources
Commuter Benefits