Paralegal

Wilshire Law Firm; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Growth opportunities

Team outings

Referral bonus program

Firm-paid Medical HMO

Low-cost Dental and Vision plans

Firm-paid Life and AD&D insurance

401k

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Wilshire Law Firm, located in Los Angeles, is seeking an experienced Paralegal for its Consumer Class Action Department. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience, particularly in class action law, with strong communication and organizational skills. Key responsibilities include managing court filings and discovery, as well as assisting in pre-trial preparations. The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $75,000 to $90,000, along with comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in class action law and filing in state and federal court.
• Advanced knowledge of filing procedures, including e-filing.
• Ability to act independently and with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Manage state and federal court filings, docket calendar, and handle discovery.
• Prepare documents for filing in both state and federal court.
• Assist with pre-trial preparation, including drafting trial documents.

Skills

Class action law experience

Filing in state and federal court

Strong written and oral communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365

Litify or Salesforce experience

Bilingual in Spanish

Typing speed of at least 40 WPM

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Paralegal - Consumer Class Action

Wilshire Law Firm is a distinguished, award-winning legal practice with over 18 years of experience, specializing in Personal Injury, Employee Rights, and Consumer Class Action lawsuits. We are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of Excellence and Justice and are united in our commitment to achieve the best outcome for our clients.

You will work side by side on a team of dynamic, collaborative, and client-focused professionals who are committed to delivering on our founding core values: Excellence, Teamwork, and Integrity.

The Opportunity

As our Paralegal in our Consumer Class Action Department, you will have the opportunity to manage state and federal court filings, docket calendar, handle discovery, and coordinate depositions for consumer class action and complex litigation cases.

Accountable for

• Propound and respond to discovery.
• Calendar and manage court deadlines.
• Prepare documents for filing in both state and federal court.
• Draft correspondence and regularly communicate with clients, experts, and defense counsel in an effective and courteous manner.
• Assist with pre-trial preparation, including drafting trial documents and preparing exhibits.
• Prioritize and complete tasks in a timely and efficient manner.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3years of experience in class action law and filing in state and federal court.
• Advanced knowledge of filing procedures, including e-filing.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365.
• Ability to act independently and with minimal supervision.
• Litify or Salesforce experience and bilingual in Spanish huge plus.
• Type at least 40 WPM.

Compensation

• $75,000 - $90,000 depending on experience

Benefits

• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Opportunitiesfor growth and advancement.
• Team outingsand sponsored events.
• Referral bonus program.
• Firm-paid Medical HMO with affordable upgrades.
• Low-cost Dental and Vision plans.
• Firm-paid Life and AD&D insurance.
• 401k.
• FSA (Flexible Spending Account).
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program).
• Pet Insurance.

Strive for Excellence. Fight for Justice. Foster Unity.

Wilshire Law Firm celebrates being an equal employment opportunity provider to all people in accordance with all applicable laws. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to assist individuals with disabilities during the application process and to facilitate their performance of essential job functions throughout their employment.

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