Paralegal

Roadrunner Transportation Services, Inc.; Riverside (CA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading freight transportation company is seeking a detail-oriented Paralegal to provide clerical and research support. You will assist attorneys with document preparation, legal research, and trial preparation. The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma, 2 years of experience in a similar role, and strong communication skills. This position offers competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits, including medical and dental insurance.

Benefits

PTO

Paid Holidays

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience working in a paralegal function.
• Must have intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and analysis using various online resources.
• Manage and organize case files, including electronic documents.
• Assist with trial preparation, including witness and exhibit preparation.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Legal research

Document preparation

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Summary :

The Paralegal will assist attorney(s) and our Contracts Specialist by providing clerical and research support services including, but not limited to, document preparation and review, filing, research, fact checking, discovery responses, and preparation and filing of legal documents.

Critical Job Functions

• Conduct legal research and analysis using various online resources and databases.
• Manage and organize case files, including electronic documents, and physical evidence.
• Coordinate discovery, including drafting, and responding to discovery requests, organizing document production, and preparing for depositions.
• Assist with trial preparation, including witness preparation, exhibit preparation, and courtroom logistics.
• Provide administrative support, such as scheduling meetings, maintaining calendars, and communicating with clients and opposing counsel.
• Assists with drafting and reviewing contracts for various suppliers, vendors and partners.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED, required. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
• At least three (2) years of experience working in a paralegal function. Must have intermediate level proficiency in Microsoft Office that allows for efficient administration of programs.
• Experience with contracts and litigation, preferred.
• Strong communication (written and oral) and collaboration skills working with multiple external and internal contacts including site / business contacts, Payroll, IT, Recruiting, and Legal.
• Must be a self-starter, extremely detail oriented, able to work independently and in a team environment, regularly meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.

Compensation

The anticipated compensation for this role is $24.00 per hour - $31.25 per hour.

• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k

Roadrunner Freight is building something special with great people, a winning culture and a differentiated service offering in the marketplace. Join us today to grow your career!

We will not accept unsolicited candidates from external recruiters or recruiting agencies. Thank you!

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Additional Requirements

Roadrunner is growing and looking for a highly motivated Paralegal to join our award-winning team of freight transportation experts!