Paralegal

Freeman, Mathis & Gary; Seal Beach (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

HSA and FSA options

401(k) with 3% employer Safe Harbor

Generous PTO and work–life balance

Year-end bonuses and referral programs

Firm-paid life insurance and long-term

Employee Assistance Program

A collaborative, respectful, and team‑

Job summary

Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP in Seal Beach, CA is seeking a Paralegal to join our Intake team. This 100% in‑office role supports attorneys from discovery through trial, with a focus on civil litigation and client intake.

The successful candidate will be organized, a strong communicator, and able to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines. Requirements: 3+ years paralegal experience in a law firm, civil litigation background, ABA‑approved paralegal certificate, and a Bachelor's degree.

Qualifications

• 3+ years paralegal experience in a law firm.
• Civil litigation experience required.
• Familiarity with web-based legal research services.
• Experience working with paperless files; iManage experience is a plus.
• Must pass a background/drug screen.
• Bachelor’s degree and paralegal certificate from ABA-approved program required.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with the preparation of a civil case throughout discovery and prepare for, attend, and assist at trial
• Discovery and records management, including preparation of subpoenas and tracking responses
• Ability to summarize medical and employment records, create medical chronologies, summarize discovery responses, prepare meet and confer correspondence
• Review, manage, summarize, and synthesize records and data of all kinds in various types of cases, with an emphasis on tort cases, including medical records and deposition transcripts
• Motion writing experience, such as oppositions to motions including discovery motions, motions to continue trial
• Proficient in software programs such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel and able to learn other programs including document and case management systems
• Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints with minimal supervision and exceptional attention to detail
• Maintaining accurate and promptly recording billable time

Skills

Paralegal experience

Civil litigation

Communication skills

Organization

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

ABA-certified paralegal certificate

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

iManage

Job description

Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP is a nationally recognized Am Law 200 law firm with over 500 attorneys servicing clients in 40 offices and 22 states seeking a Paralegal to join our Intake team in our Seal Beach office. We are eagerly seeking candidates who foster a teamwork mentality, have excellent communication skills, are problem-solvers, and are willing to take ownership of their job. Flexibility and excellent organization skills are key in our fast-paced environment. This is a 100% in office position and remote work is not available.

The following characteristics describe people who succeed in our Firm

• Helpful, Congenial, Personable, Positive
• Unpretentious, Approachable, Respectful, Team Oriented
• Accountable, Takes Ownership, Corrects Mistakes
• Organized, Timely, Confidential, Responsive (within 24 hours)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with the preparation of a civil case throughout discovery and prepare for, attend, and assist at trial
• Discovery and records management, including preparation of subpoenas and tracking responses
• Ability to summarize medical and employment records, create medical chronologies, summarize discovery responses, prepare meet and confer correspondence
• Review, manage, summarize, and synthesize records and data of all kinds in various types of cases, with an emphasis on tort cases, including medical records and deposition transcripts
• Motion writing experience, such as oppositions to motions including discovery motions, motions to continue trial
• Proficient in software programs such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel and able to learn other programs including document and case management systems
• Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints with minimal supervision and exceptional attention to detail
• Maintaining accurate and promptly recording billable time

Education, Experience, and Skills

• 3+ years paralegal experience in a law firm
• Civil litigation experience required
• Familiarity with performing research tasks using web-based legal research services
• Experience working with paperless files. iManage experience a plus
• Must successfully pass a background/drug screen
• Bachelor’s degree and paralegal certificate from ABA-approved program required.

Why FMG?

At FMG, people are our greatest asset. We invest in your success and well-being through:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• HSA and FSA options
• 401(k) with 3% employer Safe Harbor contribution
• Generous PTO and work–life balance
• Year-end bonuses and referral programs
• Firm-paid life insurance and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• A collaborative, respectful, and team-oriented culture

Actual base pay within the range will also be dependent on other factors, including but not limited to, relevant experience, internal equity, skills, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

EEO Statement

Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP (FMG) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees by maintaining a workplace free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status as provided by law. FMG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. This position is subject to our drugâfree workplace policy, which includes the ability to pass a preâemployment drug screen. Employees may be subject to reasonableâsuspicion drug testing in accordance with Firm policies outlined in the Employee Handbook.