Litigation Paralegal - Toxic Tort Experience

Adams & Martin Group; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Job summary

Adams & Martin Group's San Francisco office is seeking a paralegal with 2+ years in toxic tort defense litigation to support complex matters. The role features a hybrid schedule (3 days in office / 2 days remote) and a healthy work-life balance.

You will draft and manage written discovery, summarize depositions and medical records, coordinate with clients and experts, and maintain case files and databases across high-volume litigation. Strong attention to detail is essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of defense litigation experience, preferably in toxic tort matters.
• Demonstrated experience handling heavy discovery responsibilities.
• Proficiency with deposition and medical record summaries.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and manage a busy workload.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and litigation support software.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys throughout all phases of toxic tort defense litigation.
• Draft, organize, and manage written discovery.
• Prepare discovery responses and coordinate document production.
• Conduct detailed document review and analysis.
• Prepare deposition summaries and witness files.
• Review, organize, and summarize medical records.
• Assist with case investigations and fact development.
• Maintain case files and litigation databases.
• Coordinate with clients, experts, medical providers, and opposing counsel.
• Assist with trial preparation and exhibit organization.
• Monitor deadlines and litigation developments as needed.

Skills

Toxic tort

Discovery

Deposition summaries

Medical records

Case management

Attention to detail

Tools

MS Office

Litigation software

Job description

Our client is a well-established and highly respected defense litigation firm with a thriving toxic tort practice. Known for its collaborative culture, strong leadership, and commitment to professional development, the firm offers paralegals the opportunity to work on sophisticated, high-volume litigation matters while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. The San Francisco office handles a substantial toxic tort caseload and continues to experience steady growth.

Schedule & Location

• San Francisco, CA
• Hybrid schedule: 3 days in office / 2 days remote
• Additional remote flexibility may be available for highly qualified candidates
• 7.5-hour workday

Top Qualifications

• 2+ years of toxic tort defense litigation experience
• Strong discovery experience in complex litigation matters
• Experience preparing deposition summaries
• Experience reviewing and summarizing medical records
• Ability to manage multiple cases in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys throughout all phases of toxic tort defense litigation
• Draft, organize, and manage written discovery
• Prepare discovery responses and coordinate document production
• Conduct detailed document review and analysis
• Prepare deposition summaries and witness files
• Review, organize, and summarize medical records
• Assist with case investigations and fact development
• Maintain case files and litigation databases
• Coordinate with clients, experts, medical providers, and opposing counsel
• Assist with trial preparation and exhibit organization
• Monitor deadlines and litigation developments as needed

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of defense litigation experience, preferably in toxic tort matters
• Demonstrated experience handling heavy discovery responsibilities
• Proficiency with deposition and medical record summaries
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and manage a busy workload
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and litigation support software

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a proactive and detail-oriented litigation paralegal who enjoys working in a fast-paced defense environment. They thrive in managing substantial discovery responsibilities, can efficiently summarize complex medical records and depositions, and bring a strong sense of ownership to their cases. Prior toxic tort experience is highly preferred, although candidates with relevant defense litigation backgrounds will also be considered.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.