Litigation ParalegalLegal Assistant

VARNER & BRANDT LLP; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

A law firm in Riverside is seeking a litigation legal/paralegal assistant with over 3 years of experience in litigation law. Responsibilities include assisting attorneys, conducting research, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including health and dental insurance, paid time off, and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have a stable background, preferably with small to mid-size law firms.
• Thorough knowledge of State and Federal court filing requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with their daily business activities.
• Conduct research to support legal proceedings.
• Draft and review legal documents.

Skills

Litigation process

Verbal communication

Written communication

Detail orientation

Multitasking

Education

3+ years of paralegal experience

Tools

Vision/Compulaw

Document management software

Job description

Overview

Opportunity available in our downtown Riverside office for a litigation legal/paralegal assistant with 3+ years litigation law experience. Excellent location in historic downtown Riverside with competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Great benefit package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance, paid parking and a great working environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with their daily business activities
• Conduct research to support legal proceedings
• Assist with the drafting and reviewing of legal documents
• Investigate facts to help in the negotiation of legal disputes
• Monitor and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations
• Record and store client information

Qualifications

• Must be an experienced Litigation Legal Secretary/Paralegal well versed in the litigation process, 3+ years of experience
• Must have a stable background, preferably with small to mid-size law firms
• Must have a thorough knowledge of State and Federal court filing requirements, including experience with e-filing
• Must have strong knowledge of court rules, dates, procedures, Vision/Compulaw
• Familiarity with document management
• Familiarity with legal research
• Ability to prioritize and multitask
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Possess strong attention to detail and deadlines and excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Only candidates with a minimum of 3 years of recent law firm experience will be considered.