Legal Staff Paralegal in Los Angeles, CA

Law Firm

Los Angeles, CA

Legal Staff Paralegal in Los Angeles, CA

Legal Staff

Min 5 yrs required

No

Job Title: Paralegal

Experience: 1-5+ years preferred

Company: Law Firm (formerly known as Kahana Feld)

Department: Legal

Salary: $32-$50 per hour

Location: Walnut Creek, CA

Job Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: 8:30-5:30pm Monday-Friday, occasional weekends and holidays

Physical Requirements: Primarily sedentary work with occasional lifting and repetitive motions

Travel: 5-10% domestic travel by car and plane

Job Description:

The Paralegal at Law Firm will work closely with attorneys and other departments to provide support throughout all stages of litigation in various practice areas. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment. The Paralegal will also assist with legal research, document preparation, and case management.

Duties and Responsibilities:

- Coordinate and prepare complex legal documents under the supervision of an attorney
- Direct workflow on various cases with attorneys and other paralegals
- Review and maintain documents and case files, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality
- Compile pleadings for court filing and coordinate with relevant agencies
- Conduct electronic document reviews and assist with drafting discovery, pleadings, and status reports
- Organize and conduct case-related team meetings and collaborate on case strategies and timelines
- Conduct legal and factual research using internal and external databases and libraries
- Review and process vendor invoices and coordinate with outside vendors such as court reporters and experts
- Prepare for trials by coordinating exhibits, witnesses, and trial binders, and provide support to attorneys during court hearings
- Accurately document and bill for all billable work according to billing procedures
- Communicate and interact with court personnel and outside vendors

Qualifications:

- 1-5+ years of experience preferred, with a focus on business litigation, appellate, labor and employment, personal injury, or construction defect cases
- Paralegal Certificate
- Proficiency in legal research and familiarity with online databases and resources
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and professionalism in client and colleague interactions
- Attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation and file management
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software applications
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Proficient in third-party e-filing providers and PACER/CM/ECF system

About Law Firm:

- UPSTANDING culture prioritizes integrity and inclusivity
- OUTSTANDING results achieved through recruiting and developing top legal professionals and providing necessary resources
- UNDERSTANDING approach to client communication and understanding diverse backgrounds for better results
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion are a priority
- E-Verify participant

Equal Opportunity Employer:

- Law Firm provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants
- Prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type
- Does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws
- Applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, re(k)
- Dental, health, life, and vision insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off and parental leave

Salary:

- $32-$50 per hour

Expected Hours:

- 40 per week

Work Location:

- Hybrid remote in Walnut Creek, CA 94596

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