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Legal Staff Paralegal in Berkeley, CA

Disability Rights Advocates Jul 23,2017 Jul 22,2017 Location USA Berkeley CA
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Public Interest

Legal Staff

Litigation - General (consumer)

Profile

Litigation Assistant / Paralegal Responsibilities: Conduct factual research using a variety of internet and hard-copy resources, and compile that research into written memos and reports. File/serve legal documents with court and on opposing parties. Review transcripts and documentary evidence, and organize, track, and extract information from these materials. Maintain client contact to gather evidence for cases, direct questions to appropriate attorneys, and provide updates on status of cases, etc.. Proofread, format, and create tables of authorities/contents for legal documents. Create and maintain accessible documents in various formats including Word, PDF, and Excel (accessibility training will be provided). Provide administrative support to attorneys in all aspects of their work as needed including scheduling, reviewing and organizing documents, and emailing/calling clients. Completing ECF filings. Assisting attorneys with discovery requests and production. Conducting client intakes and drafting declarations. Westlaw research and cite checking.

Qualification and Experience

Qualifications: College graduate with an excellent academic record. Desire to work in a progressive setting focused on making society more just, fair, and accessible to all. Excellent project management skills, the ability to track and meet deadlines, take ownership of your work, work independently, and to work well under pressure. Strong written and oral communication skills, for effective communication with DRA staff, clients, co-counsel, opposing counsel, judges, and court staff. A team player willing to take on a variety of tasks as needed. Experience using Microsoft Word, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, and Excel.

Additional info

Send Cover letter noting earliest available start date, Resume, 3 professional references (at least one a direct supervisor).

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