General Liability Paralegal

About the Role

MG+M The Law Firm (MG+M) has an immediate opening for a Paralegal to join our General Liability practice group in any of our four California office locations: Irvine, Los Angeles, Walnut Creek, or San Francisco. MG+M is a nationally renowned litigation law firm concentrating on complex civil matters, including toxic tort, complex product liability, local government, general liability, and commercial litigation. We approach litigation as a unified team, integrating our efforts with those of our clients to advance their interests wherever they do business.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple complex litigation matters simultaneously.
• Monitor case filings and provide detailed assessments to attorneys.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and other litigation documents under attorney supervision.
• Coordinate and communicate with clients, insurance adjusters, expert witnesses, court personnel, and opposing counsel as directed.
• Conduct legal and factual research, including case law, statutes, and public records searches, and summarize findings for attorney review.
• Prepare and organize case files, exhibits, and trial binders; maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic case files.
• Assist with the preparation for depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trials, including witness and exhibit logistics.
• Process and track subpoenas, records requests, and third-party discovery.
• Review and analyze discovery documents including medical records, sales documents, employment records, and other case materials.
• Record and submit contemporaneous billable time in accordance with firm policies.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5+ years of General Liability Defense litigation experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel), Westlaw, PACER, and File & Serve Xpress.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a large caseload with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

Skills

• Attendance & Punctuality: Consistently arrive at work and meetings on time; ensure responsibilities are covered when absent.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interface effectively with attorneys, other paralegals, and legal administrative assistants.
• Organization: Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Customer Service: Respond promptly to attorney and client requests for service and assistance; meet commitments.
• Dependability: Follow instructions, complete tasks on time, work independently, and commit to the hours necessary to meet deadlines.
• Teamwork: Contribute to building a positive team spirit and support the success of colleagues.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and capable of independent work.
• Professional in interactions with a wide variety of individuals.
• Skilled in prioritizing and managing multiple tasks.
• Consistently punctual with excellent attendance.
• Flexible and willing to assist wherever needed.
• Demonstrates understanding of and adherence to firm policies and procedures.
• Comfortable working in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment with shifting priorities.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Benefits

MG+M offers a hybrid work environment, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k).