Litigation Paralegal (Complex Trial)

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with propounding and responding to discovery (interrogatories, requests for admissions, and request for production, subpoenas, and preparing deposition binders)
• Prepare supporting documents and exhibits for motions
• Coordinate witnesses and travel for trials
• Organize and manage trial exhibits, charts, trial notebooks, subpoenas, and page lines
• Independently obtain, review, and organize medical records and medical billings
• Calculate damages including medical expenses, lost wages, and property damage
• Communicate with clients, experts, and attorneys about case status and preparation

Requirements

• Paralegal certification
• Minimum of 3-5 years experience as a litigation paralegal
• Experience with litigation in the state of California is highly encouraged
• Solid understanding of civil litigation (state and federal deadlines and rules)
• High proficiency in MS Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat
• Ability to think and act independently and with minimal supervision
• Articulate, organized, and a team player with excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Professional appearance and demeanor

Benefits

• Guaranteed bonus structure for attorneys and paralegals
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans (some at no cost to the employee)
• 401K matching
• Paid parental leave
• Internal diversity and inclusion programs, such as the Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative
• Firm-wide charitable giving program
• Numerous social and off-site events each year to enrich your relationships with your colleagues
• Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate
• Access to Maven resources for new parents through Blue Shield