Legal Staff Paralegal in Los Angeles, CA

Law Firm

Los Angeles, CA

Legal Staff Paralegal in Los Angeles, CA

Legal Staff

3-18 yrs required

No

Job Title: Paralegal - Wage & Hour Class Action

Job Responsibilities:
Paralegals in the Employment Wage & Hour Class Action department at the law firm are responsible for providing litigation support to attorneys and partners. The role involves managing a high volume of cases, necessitating resourcefulness and the ability to multitask with high attention to detail. Key duties include:

- Preparing correspondence, letters, pleadings, and all forms of discovery.
- Proofreading and editing legal documents to ensure accuracy and clarity.
- Conducting legal research and gathering relevant information for cases.
- Maintaining case files using the firm's document and case management system.
- Assisting in preparation for hearings, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
- Managing cases, calendars, projects, and client communication.
- Providing administrative support to the legal team.

Education and Experience Information:
Candidates for this position should possess the following qualifications:

- A minimum of 3 years of paralegal experience in labor and employment, specifically in wage and hour cases.
- Proficiency in e-filing in State and Federal courts, with appellate experience being a plus.
- Experience in propounding/responding to discovery, calendaring hearings, court deadlines, and assisting with mediation/arbitration/trial preparation.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with employees at all levels within the firm.
- Strong organizational skills with the capability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while providing leadership and guidance to paralegals, legal assistants, and clerks.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent proofreading skills.
- Proficiency in conducting legal research using platforms such as Lexis-Nexis or Westlaw.
- Experience using Litify or similar case/document management systems.
- Spanish fluency and proficiency with Microsoft 365 are strongly preferred.
- A bachelor’s degree is considered a plus.

Salary Information:
- The position offers an hourly wage ranging from $35 to $55, depending on experience.

Benefits:
The law firm provides a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
- Team outings and sponsored events
- Employee referral bonus programs
- Firm-paid Medical HMO with affordable upgrades
- Firm-paid Life and AD&D insurance
- Low-cost Dental and Vision plans
- 401k
- FSA (Flexible Spending Account)
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
- Pet Insurance