Litigation Paralegal

Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP in San Diego seeks a litigation paralegal to support attorneys handling matters for automotive and medical device manufacturers in California courts. The role involves drafting pleadings, motions, and notices; managing discovery; preparing deposition materials; and coordinating with outside distributors to obtain records.

Candidates should have at least 4 years of litigation experience, a paralegal certificate (or equivalent), and proficiency with legal

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of litigation experience in a law firm.
• Paralegal role in the litigation life cycle, ability to prepare cases from start to finish.
• Ability to conduct research using Internet and Westlaw.
• Overtime may be required to meet business demands.

Responsibilities

• Prepare drafts of pleadings, notices, and motions.
• Maintain contact with outside distributors to obtain records and coordinate inspections.
• Prepare medical records summaries and chronologies.
• Organize and prepare deposition materials, exhibits, and summaries.
• Prepare case files for expert and corporate witness depositions.
• Track and manage discovery, including document productions.

Skills

Litigation experience

Team player

Technology savvy

Learn new software

Education

2- or 4-year degree

Paralegal certificate

Tools

Westlaw

Job description

Overview

Nelson Mullins is seeking a litigation paralegal in our San Diego office to assist attorneys representing leading automotive and medical device manufacturers in a range of matters pending in State and Federal courts throughout California.

A Day in the Life

Performing a broad range of substantive paralegal tasks, this role involves working directly with attorneys on litigation related to medical devices, pharmaceuticals, automobiles, industrial machinery, and construction equipment. Responsibilities include preparing drafts of pleadings, notices, and motions, and maintaining direct contact with outside, third-party distributors to obtain records and coordinate inspections. Additional tasks include preparing medical records summaries and chronologies, organizing and preparing deposition materials, exhibits, and summaries, preparing case files for expert and corporate witness depositions, tracking and managing discovery, including the preparation and service of document productions, and participating in litigation strategy meetings.

We Know You

The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of litigation experience in a law firm, including case preparation from beginning to end and an understanding of a paralegal’s role in the litigation life cycle. You will possess well-developed critical thinking and organizational skills, along with the ability to meet deadlines. A strong sense of accountability, ownership over projects and responsibilities, and a proactive approach to resolving issues are essential. Being a true team player and a technology pro, with the ability to quickly learn new software, is also important. Paralegal expertise and a keen eye for detail will be utilized to enhance teamwork, client services, and overall efficiency.

A 2- or 4-year degree and a paralegal certificate are preferred, though relevant work experience may be substituted for formal education. The ideal candidate should also have the ability to conduct research using various tools, including the Internet and Westlaw. Flexibility to work overtime as needed to meet business demands is essential.

At Nelson Mullins, we are dedicated to transparency laws and are dedicated to clearly communicating how compensation is determinedby factors such as experience, skills, and location.

• California pay range for this role, with final offer amount depending on experienceis $75,000 to $95,000.

Who We Are

With over 1,000 attorneys and professionals, Nelson Mullins has strong roots in the business community and an appreciation for new directions in the business world. As a Firm, Nelson Mullins has a strong foundation of community service and good citizenship. Our administrative professionals likewise promote these values, with opportunities to participate and play roles in various pro bono and community service initiatives. We collaborate with each other and with our clients, working side-by-side toward shared.