Labor & Employment Litigation Paralegal

Weintraub; Sacramento (CA); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid schedule after 90 days

Descripción de la vacante

Weintraub Tobin Chediak Coleman Grodin Law Corporation in Sacramento seeks an experienced Labor & Employment Litigation Paralegal to support a dynamic team of L&E attorneys. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and committed to client service.

Responsibilities include managing discovery, eDiscovery, document review, trial preparation, and coordinating with attorneys and vendors. A paralegal certificate and 5+ years of complex litigation experience are required; a hybrid

Formación

• Minimum of 5+ years of complex litigation experience with emphasis on business and real estate matters.
• Must have ABA-approved paralegal certificate or equivalent CA qualifications.
• Extensive experience with electronic databases and eDiscovery tools.

Responsabilidades

• Create and manage internal case databases, import/export documents, and conduct document review.
• Assist with timecard/wage record analysis and damages calculations using Excel.
• Handle discovery management, subpoenas, and deposition preparation.
• Coordinate trial logistics, exhibits, and electronic trial presentation.
• Serve as liaison between internal teams and outside vendors, with strong client service focus.

Conocimientos

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Educación

ABA-approved paralegal certificate

Herramientas

Relativity

CaseMap

TextMap

Relativity

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Trial Director

iManage

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Description

LABOR & EMPLOYMENT LITIGATION PARALEGAL – SACRAMENTO

THE FIRM

Weintraub Tobin is an innovative provider of sophisticated legal services to dynamic businesses and business owners, individuals, emerging companies, and nonprofits. From locations in Sacramento, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego, more than 80 attorneys assist clients throughout California with business and litigation needs, including corporate law, finance and tax law, labor and employment, real estate, intellectual property, entertainment, and digital media. We maintain our leadership position by creating a value-added, trust-based relationship with our clients, supporting our local communities, and developing deep subject-matter expertise. We offer a supportive and collegial environment where individual contributions are recognized and celebrated, and hard work is balanced with personal fulfillment and responsibilities.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Weintraub Tobin is seeking an experienced Labor & Employment Litigation Paralegal to join our Sacramento office in support of a dynamic team of L&E attorneys. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and thrives in a collaborative environment while demonstrating a first-class commitment to client service. A hybrid schedule of 3 days in the office and 2 days remote may be available after 90 days.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create and maintain internal case databases, including importing and exporting documents, locating files, running productions, analytics, and email threading, and conducting document review and coding.
• Assist with PAGA/class action timecard/wage record analysis and damages calculations using Excel.
• Conduct document searches using eDiscovery platforms and perform factual research utilizing Westlaw and online resources.
• Manage all aspects of discovery, including organizing, reviewing, analyzing, and summarizing discovery materials; preparing and responding to discovery requests; and drafting subpoenas to third parties.
• Assist attorneys in deposition preparation by gathering relevant documents and organizing exhibits.
• Track and manage the progress of documents throughout litigation, including ordering transcripts and records from third-party entities and responding to requests from outside counsel.
• Prepare for and attend trials and arbitrations, including organizing exhibits and supporting materials, coordinating trial logistics, and assisting attorneys in the courtroom.
• Operate and manage electronic trial presentation software.
• Demonstrate strong analytical and technical skills throughout all phases of litigation.
• Assist with the preparation and filing of court documents in coordination with attorneys and legal secretaries.
• Serve as a liaison between internal departments and outside vendors.

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 5+ years of complex litigation experience required, with an emphasis on business litigation and real estate litigation.
• Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program required; alternatively, qualifications meeting California Business and Professions Code §§ 6450–6456 may be considered.
• Extensive experience with electronic legal database software, such as Relativity.
• Trial experience strongly preferred, including exhibit and witness preparation, subpoena drafting, and courtroom support.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) are required.
• Proficiency in litigation software such as CaseMap, TextMap, Relativity, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and Sanction or Trial Director.
• Familiarity with iManage or a similar document management system.
• Ability to manage multiple files and projects concurrently and to perform well under pressure.
• Self-starter who works effectively both independently and collaboratively, while providing prompt support to attorneys.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with attorneys and legal professionals at all levels.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The Firm is an equal opportunity employer. It is Firm policy to provide equal opportunities to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, sexual identity, genetics, veteran status, or any other class protected under federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. It is the intent of the Firm to comply with all applicable federal and state laws with respect to fair employment practices. The Firm will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with a known disability or medical condition or for an employee’s religious beliefs provided the accommodation does not cause undue hardship to the Firm. Any applicant or employee with a qualifying disability or medical condition, or a religious practice, that requires an accommodation in order for the employee to perform the essential function of his or her job, should contact the Human Resources to discuss it further so the Firm can determine if a reasonable accommodation exists and can be provided.

Salary range: $90,000-$110,000