Litigation Case Manager (Eminent Domain)

Litigation Case Manager

We are seeking an experienced Litigation Case Manager to oversee complex litigation matters from inception through trial, settlement, and post-judgment proceedings. This role requires a highly organized professional who can independently manage case workflows, ensure critical deadlines are met, and provide comprehensive support throughout all phases of litigation. This is a hybrid opportunity with a minimum of two days per week in the office, with locations available in Downtown Los Angeles or Orange County.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a high-volume litigation caseload from intake through resolution.
• Coordinate all phases of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, trial preparation, settlement, and post-judgment activities.
• Prepare, review, and file legal documents in state and federal courts.
• Maintain litigation calendars, monitor deadlines, and ensure compliance with court rules and procedural requirements.
• Coordinate with attorneys, clients, experts, court personnel, and opposing counsel.
• Organize and maintain case files, evidence, and litigation databases.
• Assist with trial preparation, including exhibit management, witness coordination, and courtroom support.
• Track case status, deadlines, and litigation expenses.
• Support real estate and eminent domain litigation matters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of 8 years of litigation case management experience in a law firm environment.
• Significant experience with eminent domain and/or real estate litigation required.
• Strong knowledge of court filing procedures, e-filing systems, and litigation calendaring.
• Experience managing cases through all phases of litigation, including trial.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Schedule & Compensation

• Hybrid schedule with at least two days per week in the office.
• Locations available in Downtown Los Angeles or Orange County.
• Standard business hours: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (alternative schedules may be approved by the hiring manager).
• Salary range: $115,000 to $130,000 annually.
• Comprehensive benefits package offered.

Top Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• 8+ years of litigation case management experience.
• Strong background in eminent domain and real estate litigation.
• Court filing and calendaring experience.
• Ability to manage cases from inception through trial, settlement, and post-judgment.