Litigation Paralegal

EmployBridge; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking an experienced paralegal with expertise in California wage and hour law to work remotely from anywhere in the United States. This role requires a Bachelor's degree or an equivalent experience, along with at least 5 years of paralegal experience. The ideal candidate will support the legal team by managing investigations and compliance initiatives, while benefiting from a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Career advancement opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a paralegal in employment law or labor litigation.
• Strong knowledge of California wage and hour laws and federal statutes.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage California Wage and Hour matters, including intake and investigations.
• Coordinate with outside counsel for necessary documents for litigation.
• Support attorneys in responding to government agency inquiries.

Skills

California wage and hour law knowledge

Strong organizational skills

Proficient in Microsoft Word

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Completion of an ABA-approved paralegal program

Tools

Legal Tracker

Concur

Job description

Employer Industry: Staffing and Workforce Solutions

Why consider this job opportunity:

• Salary up to $100,000
• Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
• Work remotely from anywhere in the United States
• Competitive benefits package including Medical/Dental/Vision, 401(k), and paid time off
• Supportive and collaborative work environment that values diversity and inclusion
• Chance to make a positive impact on employment law matters and compliance initiatives

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):

• Manage California Wage and Hour matters, including intake, investigations, and resolution
• Coordinate with outside counsel and internal stakeholders to gather necessary documents for litigation
• Organize and maintain internal litigation files, discovery requests, and update case status in Legal Tracker
• Support attorneys in responding to government agency inquiries and EEOC charges of discrimination
• Monitor changes in California labor law and advise the legal team on implications

What is Required (Qualifications):

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Completion of an ABA-approved paralegal program
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a paralegal, preferably in employment law or labor litigation
• Strong knowledge of California wage and hour laws and related federal statutes
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):

• Experience with Legal Tracker and Concur
• Proven track record of collaborating with cross-functional teams
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to prioritize workload and respond to the legal team’s needs in a dynamic environment
• Approachability, responsiveness, ethical standards, and kindness

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