Legal Staff Paralegal in Menlo Park, CA

Law Firm

Menlo Park, CA

Legal Staff Paralegal in Menlo Park, CA

Legal Staff

Min 4 yrs required

No

Job Title: Litigation/Trial Paralegal

Job Responsibilities:
The Litigation/Trial Paralegal will play a pivotal role in supporting the legal team at the law firm. The responsibilities include:

- Assisting with the preparation of pleadings, discovery requests and responses, motions, subpoenas, and trial-related documents.
- Conducting document searches pertinent to deposition examinations and creating document binders.
- Developing search terms for document production purposes.
- Conducting privilege, relevancy, and confidentiality reviews.
- Preparing deposition summaries, discovery responses, indices for medical records, and analyzing medical billing records.
- Assembling trial binders, drafting jury questionnaires, jury instructions, witness lists, exhibit lists, and other pre-trial documents.
- Performing both factual and legal research.

Education and Experience Information:
Candidates for the Litigation/Trial Paralegal position must meet the following educational and experience requirements:

- Paralegal certification is required.
- A minimum of four years of experience in litigation as a paralegal.
- Must satisfy the requirements of Bus. & Prof. Code section 6450(c).
- Experience in civil litigation practice and procedure in both State and Federal courts is essential.

Skills Requirements:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Strong analytical, drafting, and proofreading skills.
- Ability to work independently on assigned tasks and manage several projects simultaneously.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Familiarity with e-discovery software such as Relativity.
- Ability to maintain poise and presence while assisting at trial.
- Strong time management and project management skills.
- Experience with Lexis.
- Proficiency in computer programs including Word, Outlook, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat Pro DC.
- Willingness and ability to learn and perform new tasks as needed.

Salary Information:
The base salary range for the Litigation/Trial Paralegal position is $82, to $95,, commensurate with experience.

Compensation & Benefits:
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and a generous holiday schedule.
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage.
- Pet insurance at a discounted group rate.
- Health savings accounts.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- 401(k) plan.
- Commuter benefits spending account, including pre-tax parking and transit plans.
- Employee assistance plan for employees and family members.
- Skills training, professional development curriculum, and support.
- Employee referral program.

Additional Information:
The law firm is committed to providing opportunities for professional growth and development. The firm fosters a mid-size atmosphere that encourages learning and growth in an exciting work environment. It values the contributions and perspectives of all individuals, cultivating a culture where diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and perspectives thrive.

Candidates are encouraged to apply online and should be prepared to submit a resume. While cover letters are appreciated, they are not required.

The law firm is an equal opportunity employer, prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, gender, 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.