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 and respond to motions (supporting documents and exhibits, and preparing hearing binders)
• Coordinate with witnesses and manage trial preparation including: coordinating travel, trial exhibits, charts, trial notebook, subpoenas, and page lines
• Independently obtain, review, and organize medical records/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

• 37.5-hour standard workweek designed to promote balance and prevent burnout
• Educational reimbursement program for non-attorney eligible team members (up to $3,500 per calendar year)
• Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate
• Vacation time is accrued annually at the employee’s base rate
• Firm-wide charitable giving program
• Multiple social and off-site events each year to enrich your relationships with your colleagues

Pay

The hourly pay range of $35-48/hour, depending on experience.

Overtime paid at 1.5× the regular hourly rate, as needed.

Paralegals are eligible for an annual bonus ranging from $250-$3,000.

Employees receive a monthly technology reimbursement of $60.

Comprehensive benefits coverage offered, including plans available at zero employee cost (average annual employee contribution for health/vision/dental coverage is $700-$1,700).

Employees benefit from a 401(k) program that includes a 100% match on the first 3% contributed and a 50% match on the following 4-5%.