Litigation Paralegal with Tort Defense Experience

Civica Law Group, APC; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15+ holidays

Work from home on Wednesdays andFrid a

Job summary

Civica Law Group, APC in Irvine, CA has an immediate opening for a certified paralegal with 3+ years of civil litigation and tort defense experience. The candidate must hold a paralegal certificate or degree and be prepared to work in a dynamic, growth-oriented firm environment.

The role requires calendaring, drafting pleadings, discovery, and motions, plus preparing discovery and medical record summaries. Collaboration with litigation attorneys and vendors is essential, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• Paralegal certificate or degree required.
• 3+ years of civil litigation and tort defense experience.
• Ability to manage calendaring, pleadings, discovery, and motions.

Responsibilities

• Manage deadlines and case calendars in coordination with litigation attorneys.
• Assist with drafting pleadings, discovery, and motions.
• Prepare discovery and medical record summaries; communicate with court reporters and experts.
• Assist with hearings and trials as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Writing skills

Education

Paralegal certificate or degree

Job description

Are you looking for a collaborative, fun, team-oriented work environment?

Do you want a role with flexibility, growth potential, and mentorship?

Do you want to work at a firm with 15+ holidays, and work from home on Wednesdays and Fridays?

If so, Civica Law is just the firm for you.

We have an immediate opening for a certified paralegal with 3+ years of civil litigation and tort defense experience in our Irvine, California office. This candidate must have their paralegal certificate or degree in applicable paralegal studies and will need to function in many roles and handle multiple tasks. We are a rapidly growing firm, and we are looking for someone who is eager to grow with our team and take on more and greater responsibilities.

Our areas of practice focus on serving cities and counties in protecting and improving their communities. The areas of practice for this position include the defense of public entities in litigated matters such as general liability, dangerous conditions, civil rights, and police liability. This position will require the candidate to work closely with the litigation attorneys to manage cases by calendaring and monitoring deadlines, assisting with drafting pleadings, discovery, and motions, preparing discovery and medical record summaries, communicating with vendors such as court reporters and experts. The candidate may also assist with preparation for hearings and trials as needed.

The ideal candidate will be proactive and versatile, with an interest in local government and public safety. Candidates must be adaptable and possess solid organizational, writing, and analytical skills, with attention to detail. In addition, the right candidate will have the ability to think and operate independently to solve unique issues as they are faced by the firm. Most importantly, we seek a candidate who possesses a hard-working, positive and service-oriented character.

Competitive compensation, benefits, and a close-knit and positive team environment are offered.