Location: Woodland Hills, California
Employment Type: Full-time

Stone Dean is a mid sized law firm with a strong reputation in civil litigation, insurance defense and coverage, employment law, and transportation/logistics. Based in Woodland Hills, we are proud of our solid long-term client base, stable office environment, talented professionals, and supportive culture rooted in our core values. We utilize state of the art systems and offer a comfortable hybrid work option.

We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented Paralegal to join our growing team. This is a dynamic role supporting a fast paced litigation practice that handles both plaintiff and defense matters.

What You’ll Do:

• Support attorneys with both pre-litigation and litigation matters.
• Assist in the preparation of demand packages, complaints, and answers.
• Draft and respond to discovery requests and assist with motions, briefs, and trial preparation.
• Review and summarize medical records.
• Manage court filings (state and federal), including e-filing procedures.
• Coordinate mediation, MSC, and trial preparation tasks.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Hourly Rate: Up to $35/hour, based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
• 401(k)
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible spending account (FSA)
  • Employee assistance program (EAP)

Requirements:

• 5+ years of litigation experience in both plaintiff and defense work.
• Strong knowledge of California and Federal Civil Procedure and court rules.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; experience with Prolaw is a plus.
• Excellent communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• A team-oriented mindset with the ability to handle high pressure situations gracefully.
• Paralegal Certificate preferred; Bachelor’s degree a plus.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

We believe a positive work environment is essential for success. Our firm fosters a culture of teamwork, respect, and support, celebrating wins together and making everyone feel at home. We’re a tight knit team that values professionalism, growth, and work life balance. At Stone Dean, you’ll enjoy a stable environment, exciting cases, and the chance to work alongside great employees who are committed to excellence.

Please email agonzalez@stonedeanlaw.com and kdean@stonedeanlaw.com with a copy of your resume and cover letter to apply.