Litigation Paralegal

Full Time
Encinitas, CA 92024
Posted
Job description

Collaborative and relaxed atmosphere with top quality results.

We are a rapidly growing law firm that focuses on complex litigation, mostly in the electronic payments industry in state and federal court nationwide using local counsel. We enjoy a collaborative atmosphere, where we understand that each team member brings their own set of skills and is as valuable as the next, regardless of title, position, or authority. We are looking for an experienced candidate who possesses a positive attitude, with a desire to learn.

At least 2 years of Federal and California civil litigation experience preferred.

Paralegal certificate or commensurate experience required.

Your typical day will require flexibility and solid time management. Specific responsibilities are as follows:

  • Detailed case management for assigned cases, including maintenance of filing deadlines, hearing dates, and post-judgment matters.
  • Preparation, review and drafting of all pleadings/forms.
  • Correspondence and discovery, as needed, including interrogatories, requests for admissions, and document production.
  • General review of and research.
  • Working directly with clients to obtain case information and act as an intermediary between clients and attorneys.
  • Working with local counsel in other states to facilitate the filing of pleadings in cases filed outside of California. Preparing pleadings for out-of-state jurisdictions based on templates as provided by local counsel.
  • Time entry and billing.
  • Assisting with general paralegal tasks assigned as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

  • 2+ years of California legal secretary/paralegal experience
  • Paralegal Certificate
  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Extensive knowledge of court rules, (State and Federal) including ECF filing procedures for civil litigation

Required Qualifications

  • Excellent grammar, verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to interact with integrity and a high level of professionalism with all levels of team members and management
  • Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritizing skills
  • Must pay attention to detail
  • Competency with Microsoft Office, Adobe DC, Deadlines.com, Timekeeping programs, Trello

We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits package with growth potential for the right candidate.

Job Type: Full-time; In-Person.ollaborative and relaxed atmosphere with top quality results.

We are a rapidly growing boutique law firm that focuses on complex litigation, mostly in the electronic payments and franchise industries. We are a team atmosphere; we understand and value that each team member is as valuable as the next, regardless of title, position, or authority. We are looking for an experienced candidate who possesses a positive attitude, with a paralegal certificate or commensurate experience, to join our team.

At least 4 years of Federal and California civil litigation experience preferred.

Your typical day will require flexibility and solid time management. Specific responsibilities are as follows:

  • Prepare and file pleadings, draft motions, prepare table of contents and table of authorities, discovery, judicial council forms, and correspondence,
  • Schedule and coordinate depositions, court hearings, meetings, research, all phases of litigation
  • Assist litigation attorneys with case organization, including and all phases of litigation and project management, e-discovery, e-filing
  • Maintain calendar and deadlines, document management
  • Time entry and billing
  • Vendor management

Preferred Qualifications

  • 4+ years of California legal secretary/paralegal experience
  • Paralegal Certificate
  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Extensive knowledge of court rules, (State and Federal) including ECF filing procedures for civil litigation
  • Knowledge of bankruptcy litigation a plus

Required Qualifications

  • Excellent grammar, verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to interact with integrity and a high level of professionalism with all levels of team members and management
  • Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritizing skills
  • Must pay attention to detail
  • Competency with Microsoft Office, Adobe DC, Deadlines.com, Timekeeping programs, Trello

We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits package with growth potential for the right candidate.

Job Type: Full-time.

Dress code is extremly casual. Our clients do not come in, so beach attire is common.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $100,000.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

COVID-19 considerations:
We are a COVID-aware workplace, and are following all recommended guidance of the CDC, California Department of Public Health and the County of San Diego regarding vaccinations, exposure precautions, and recovery/quarantine timeframes.

Education:

  • Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

  • Paralegals & Legal Assistants: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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