Litigation Paralegal

Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP; Riverside (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

PTO and paid holidays

Flexible work from home policy

Job summary

A national defense firm is looking for paralegals to join their civil litigation practice in the greater Riverside area. Ideal candidates will have a paralegal certificate, at least 3 years of litigation experience, and trial experience. Responsibilities include assisting attorneys in case management, pre-trial preparation, and organizing documents. This hybrid role offers a competitive salary and benefits, including medical, dental, and a flexible work-from-home policy.

Qualifications

• Must possess a paralegal certificate.
• 3+ years of litigation experience required.
• Spanish speaker highly preferred.
• Ability to work 40 hours a week M-F 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in case management including pre-trial preparation.
• Summarize medical records and prepare exhibits.
• Multi-task independently and manage various demands.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Trial preparation

Computer proficiency

Document organization

Education

Paralegal certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

iManage

e-Copy

Job description

Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP provided pay range

This range is provided by Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience – talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$70,000.00/yr - $90,000.00/yr

Job Overview

Looking to join a national defense firm that is progressive and innovative? If this sounds interesting, we are that firm and we are looking for paralegals to support our civil litigation practice groups. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of litigation experience and must have trial experience. Qualified candidates will assist our attorneys in all aspects of case management including pre‑trial preparation, summarizing medical records, depositions, employment records, etc., and provide assistance with discovery work up. You must be extremely organized and self‑motivated. This is a hybrid position requiring you to come into the office. Therefore you must live in the greater Riverside area – no exceptions. Join the firm that is a bold differentiator in the industry.

Requirements

• Must possess a paralegal certificate
• Spanish speaker highly preferred
• Professional and pleasant demeanor
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to process and follow up on Subpoenas for the receipt of medical, employment, worker’s compensation, disability, taxes, educational, union records, etc.
• Ability to communicate with experts, specifically prepare and organize material needed for expert witness review
• Ability to respond timely and effectively in a team atmosphere
• Ability to multi‑task independently, be proactive and successfully manage a variety of demands
• High level of computer competency in the complete Microsoft Office Suite. Proficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel, iManage, e‑Copy, PDF conversion
• Trial preparation, including but not limited to the preparation of exhibits, witness materials and pre‑trial documents
• Ability to prepare records, review and prepare exhibits, and trial preparation
• Assemble chronologies of key documents
• Review, analyze and organize document productions by opposing parties and co‑defendants
• Ability to redact claim files, medical records, police reports, emails, etc.
• Determine, prepare and organize material needed for expert witness review
• Requires the ability to work 40 Hours a week M‑F 8:30 a.m.– 5:00 p.m.
• Reliable with excellent attendance

Benefits

• A competitive salary package, including the potential for bonuses
• Insurance including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and a flexible spending account
• PTO, paid sick time and paid holidays
• A flexible work from home policy
• Referral program

Salary depends on experience

Recruitment Policy

Recruiters - Please do not contact us as we are not using external recruiters to fill this position at this time.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Law Practice, Legal Services, and Professional Services

Location

Greater Riverside area

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