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Law Firm
San Francisco, CA, United States
Litigation Paralegal
Legal Staff
Company Review
Min 5 yrs required
Full-time
No
## Litigation Paralegal **Job Category:** Paralegal **Requisition Number:** LITIG001130 ### Description Allen Matkins is a premier law firm, with more than 225 attorneys and legal professionals. We pride ourselves on our team, our focus on creating a well-run business and our exceptional relationships with clients. We are incredibly proud of what we've built, and look forward to welcoming new people who are similarly passionate and excited about what they do. ### About the Position The Litigation Paralegal will work to serve the Attorneys in the Firm's Litigation Practice Department, working collaboratively with the Firm Director of Litigation Technology and Support. They will provide paralegal support primarily in our San Francisco office, but may work on occasion, in other office locations. ### Essential Duties and Responsibilities - Manages document production processes (hard copy, electronic, etc.): Collects material from client, opposing parties, and third parties (hard copies, electronic data, physical evidence). Maintains chain of custody. Tracks materials through the process. Designs and implements document review systems. Prepares privilege logs. Manages logistics of production of documents (hard copy, images, native). - Substantive Research: Analyzes documents and materials. Performs factual research. Compiles information into charts, graphs and timelines. Researches prior testimony and publications of opposing experts. Researches rules of procedure for relevant court venues, and assures adherence thereto. - Coordinates preparation and filing of briefs and legal documents: Legal cite checking, shepardizing (Westlaw). Fact checking. Compiles appendices and exhibits. Blue Book formatting, application of local rules. Files with court and serves on parties. - Interacts with outside entities (clients, government agencies, expert witnesses, consultants, other law firms, opposing parties, court personnel, etc.) - Manages litigation support systems: Databases (DISCO, Everlaw, Relativity, etc). Transcript management systems (DISCO Case Builder). - Manages preparation for witnesses and depositions: Manages preparation of witness & subject files. Assists in preparation of witness outlines. Works with expert witnesses. Manages technical logistics for depositions (remote hookups, electronic transcripts, videography, synchronization). - Manages trial preparation and trial support: Compiles and tracks trial exhibits. Prepares pretrial documents. Sets up and manages trial offices and trial support (. remote office setup and logistics). - Manages resources: Supervises legal staff. Obtains and supervises support from Firm departments (. Litigation Support, Graphics Services, Purchasing, Trial Support Services). Manages relationships with supporting vendors (graphics, court reporters, trial support, hotels, etc.) ### Education and/or Experience - Bachelor's Degree or ABA paralegal certificate required - 5+ years of experience and experience managing out-of-town trial offices for cases that have gone to verdict - Must meet the requirements of California Business and Professions Code Section 6450 - Experience with cite checking and blue booking - Solid experience preparing and working at trials and hearings including working with court reporters and preparing exhibits for depositions - Experience filing documents with various courts (via ECF and using traditional hard copy methods) - Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal - Planning and organization skills, including the ability to manage a number of projects concurrently - A proactive approach and the ability to work "hands-on" as required - Proficiency in the use of law office software, including Word, Excel, Adobe and PPT; and document management systems (NetDocuments) - Proficiency in the use of e-discovery and deposition transcript tools (. DISCO/Everlaw/Relativity) - Any other functions/duties as assigned by management ### Qualifications - This position requires complex litigation experience, including managing large discovery, creating and managing databases and imaging systems, supervising teams, preparing for trial, and managing trial support. - Must have high-level experience with a range of litigation support applications. - Should have demonstrated history of proposing and implementing process improvements. - Additional qualifications include excellent analytical and organizational abilities, solid communication and management skills, creativity and initiative. - Travel and overtime may be required. ### Compensation Allen Matkins LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers a competitive compensation & benefits package. The anticipated base salary range for this full-time role is $110,000 - $135,000 per year. Actual salary will depend upon a number of factors, including, but not limited to, relevant experience, job-related skills, qualifications, and location. The base salary range displayed on the job posting reflects the estimated range for new hire salaries for the position. The actual offered base salary will be determined by work location and additional factors, including, but not limited to, relevant experience, job-related skills and qualifications. The pay range is subject to change at any time dependent on a variety of internal and external business factors. ### Summary Allen Matkins is a premier law firm that is looking to add a Litigation Paralegal to their team. The Litigation Paralegal will work to serve the Attorneys
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Competitive compensation & benefits package
Fact Checking, Analyzing Documents and Materials, Substantive Research, Legal Cite Checking, Shepardizing, Fact Checking, Compiling Appendices and Exhibits, Blue Book Formatting, Application of Local Rules, Interacting with Outside Entities, Managing Litigation Support Systems, Managing Preparation for Witnesses and Depositions, Managing Trial Preparation and Trial Support, Managing Resources
Bachelor's Degree or ABA paralegal certificate required
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Qualification and Experience Bachelor's Degree or ABA paralegal certificate required, 5+ years of experience and experience managing out-of-town trial offices for cases that have gone to verdict, Must meet the requirements of California Business and Professions Code Section 6450, Experience with cite checking and blue booking, Solid experience preparing and working at trials and hearings including working with court reporters and preparing exhibits for depositions, Experience filing documents with various courts (via ECF and using traditional hard copy methods), Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, Planning and organization skills, including the ability to manage a number of projects concurrently, A proactive approach and the ability to work "hands-on" as required, Proficiency in the use of law office software, including Word, Excel, Adobe and PPT; and document management systems (NetDocuments), Proficiency in the use of e-discovery and deposition transcript tools (e.g. DISCO/Everlaw/Relativity)
Legal
USD 110000 to 135000 Annually
May 04, 2024
Aug 17, 2024
Qualification and ExperienceBachelor's Degree or ABA paralegal certificate required, 5+ years of experience and experience managing out-of-town trial offices for cases that have gone to verdict, Must meet the requirements of California Business and Professions Code Section 6450, Experience with cite checking and blue booking, Solid experience preparing and working at trials and hearings including working with court reporters and preparing exhibits for depositions, Experience filing documents with various courts (via ECF and using traditional hard copy methods), Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, Planning and organization skills, including the ability to manage a number of projects concurrently, A proactive approach and the ability to work "hands-on" as required, Proficiency in the use of law office software, including Word, Excel, Adobe and PPT; and document management systems (NetDocuments), Proficiency in the use of e-discovery and deposition transcript tools (e.g. DISCO/Everlaw/Relativity)
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