Litigation Discovery Clerk (CA PI) - PH - 08262025

Job Title: Litigation Discovery Clerk (CA PI)
Job Type: Full-Time Contractor
Workplace: Remote
Schedule: Monday–Friday, aligned with Pacific Standard Time (PST)
Compensation: USD $1,000 – $ 1,500/month (DOE)

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About the Job

Our client is a fast-paced California personal injury law firm seeking a Litigation Discovery Clerk (CA PI) who thrives on precision, organization, and reliability. This role is ideal for a detail-driven professional who can take ownership of discovery drafting, responses, and deadline tracking with accuracy and consistency. You will support attorneys and paralegals by managing discovery workflows, maintaining compliance with California Civil Procedure, and ensuring cases are always prepared for the next stage.

Core Responsibilities

• Draft and serve discovery requests including Form Interrogatories, Special Interrogatories, Requests for Production (RFPs), and Requests for Admission (RFAs)
  
  
• Draft discovery responses, coordinate client verifications, and ensure timely return of signed documents
  
  
• Track and calendar all discovery deadlines to prevent compliance risks
  
  
• Maintain organized discovery logs, trial binders, and case documentation
  
  
• Follow up with clients on outstanding records and verifications in a timely manner
  
  
• Assist with subpoenas, HIPAA authorizations, and medical records retrieval
  
  
• Ensure proof of service compliance for all discovery matters
  
  
• Support trial preparation with exhibits, discovery summaries, and documentation checks
  
  

Collaborate with attorneys and paralegals to maintain litigation readiness

Must-Haves for This Role

• 1–2 years’ hands-on experience in California personal injury litigation discovery
  
  
• Strong working knowledge of California Civil Procedure discovery rules
  
  
• Proven ability to manage discovery calendars and deadlines without oversight
  
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word (advanced formatting), Adobe Acrobat (Bates stamping, redaction), and case management tools (Filevine, SmartAdvocate, or Needles)
  
  
• Exceptional organization skills with a track record of accuracy and attention to detail
  
  
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment and meet deadlines consistently
  
  

Nice-to-Haves for This Role

• Paralegal certificate or equivalent legal coursework
  
  
• Prior experience supporting California PI firms in discovery or litigation support
  
  
• Exposure to subpoenas, medical records requests, and HIPAA-compliant data handling
  
  
• Trial preparation experience, including exhibit management and binder creation
  
  

Strong client-facing communication skills for verification and follow-up tasks

• USD $ 1,000 – $ 1,500 /month (DOE)
  
  
• Access to a $200k+ perk marketplace with instant discounts on 150+ services
  
  
• Access up to 50% of approved earnings before payday (no credit checks or fees)
  
  
• On-time, in-currency pay
  
  

What Happens After You Apply?

• Instant AI interview link (~20 min)
  After submission, and if selected, we'll immediately send you a link to be interviewed with our AI recruiter. This required step allows us to learn more about you and what makes you a top candidate.
• Interview with a HireHawk Recruiter
  Our recruiters will assess your interview. If you're a potential fit, we'll coordinate a live interview with you.

The AI interview is mandatory, and those who finish ASAP are more likely to be hired.