Paralegal

Venardi Zurada LLP; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 48,216 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary $35-$50 per hour, commensurate with experience

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Job summary

Venardi Zurada LLP is seeking a highly motivated Paralegal/Legal Assistant to join their team in Walnut Creek, California. The role requires exceptional organizational skills to manage diverse responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will perform both paralegal and legal assistant duties, such as managing deadlines, handling court filings, and drafting legal documents. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of law office experience; preferred experience in personal injury or employment law.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize and meet tight deadlines.
• Resourceful, proactive, and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and accurate calendaring of deadlines and court appearances.
• Handle electronic court filings with state and federal courts.
• Draft, format, and edit legal documents, including pleadings and discovery responses.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Strong organizational skills

Proficiency with legal technology

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program or bachelor's degree

Tools

Case-management software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented Paralegal/Legal Assistant to join our team. The role requires exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage a diverse range of responsibilities in a fast‑paced environment. This is an in‑person position, Monday‑Friday, 8:30‑5:00.

Key Responsibilities

Our paralegals perform both paralegal and legal assistant/secretary duties.

• Ensure the timely and accurate calendaring of deadlines, court appearances, depositions, and meetings.
• Handle electronic court filings with state and federal courts.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel in a professional and effective manner.
• Draft, format, and edit legal documents, including pleadings and discovery responses.
• Manage and organize case files.
• Assist attorneys with all phases of litigation, including trial preparation, witness list preparation, and exhibit organization.
• Support administrative tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• Education: Paralegal certificate from an ABA‑approved program or a bachelor’s degree in any subject (preferred but not required).
• Experience: Minimum one year of law office experience; preferred experience in personal injury or employment law.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with legal technology, case‑management software, and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Soft Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication; strong organizational skills; meticulous attention to detail; ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize and meet tight deadlines; resourceful, proactive, and able to work independently.

Benefits and Perks

• Salary $35‑$50 per hour, commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.