Litigation Paralegal

Responsibilities

• Support an active and dynamic practice that touches all aspects of litigation including discovery, depositions, motions practice, with cases pending in state courts, federal courts, and arbitration.
• Prepare and draft routine written discovery (including defensive discovery responses, offensive discovery responses) and document production.
• Organize and redact documents / records, with consistency and efficiency.
• Manage eDiscovery, including organization, searches, productions, redactions, and log document dispositions.
• Assess and synthesize materials, records, and documentation, preparing detailed case evaluations for consumer protection litigation defense on behalf of manufacturers.
• Analyze and organize large amounts of information and data sets.
• Prepare witness files / materials for taking and defending depositions.
• Prepare financial analyses and damages and/or settlement calculations based on manufacturer and consumer documentation and records.
• Produce consistent and succinct reports and summaries for legal teams and clients, in alignment with client goals and defense strategy of portfolios.
• Manage calendar for high-volume litigation practice.
• Effective and reliable discovery and management with minimal supervision.
• Special projects and duties, as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Five or more years of litigation experience (preference to experience in a mid or large-sized law firm, or high-volume practice).
• Experience in California courts preferred.
• Comprehensive experience with written discovery (including defensive discovery responses, offensive discovery responses, and document production) and deep knowledge of discovery process and procedures required.
• Excellent writing and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong project management skills with attention to detail and deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize competing deadlines and varying requirements.
• Able to effectively work in a team, across different offices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel required.
• Proficiency in database management, web-based portal systems, and SharePoint strongly preferred.

Compensation

COMPENSATION: The national average salary range for this role is $68,000 - $114,000. Starting salary will be determined based on location, qualifications, and experience.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Days Off/Vacation
• Firm Paid Holidays