Paralegal

Tressler LLP; Walnut Creek (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A distinguished law firm in Walnut Creek is seeking a paralegal with 1-2 years of experience. The ideal candidate will assist with trial preparation, manage case files, and prepare various legal documents. Excellent research, writing, and communication skills are essential. This hybrid role offers exposure to diverse legal tasks in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a paralegal.
• Experience drafting, cite-checking, and correcting legal briefs.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet court deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Preparing legal documents including appeals and complaints.
• Reviewing and summarizing complex claims files and depositions.
• Managing case files, documents, exhibits, and evidence.

Skills

Superb research

Writing skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Paralegal Certificate

Tools

Case management software

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Base pay range

$70,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr

Role Description

We are seeking a paralegal with at least 1-2 years of experience to join our team. The ideal candidate should have previous experience assisting with trial preparation, filing and service of pleadings, organizing and compiling documents and other information, researching case-related files and sources, and coordinating with attorneys, courts, and related parties. This will be a hybrid position in our San Francisco (Walnut Creek) office.

Paralegal responsibilities

• Preparing legal documents, including appeals, complaints, discovery requests, motions, briefs, pretrial agreements, subpoenas, and summonses.
• Responding to discovery requests, propounding discovery, and working with eDiscovery platforms.
• Reviewing and summarizing complex claims files, depositions, and documents.
• Assisting lawyers with preparation for arbitration, depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Managing case files, documents, exhibits, and evidence.
• Assisting with insurance coverage related tasks, such as exposure models and policy review.
• Liaising with clients, court personnel, attorneys, and administrative staff.

The successful candidate will also have

• Superb research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and take pride and ownership of their work product.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet court deadlines.
• Ability to collaborate and work well within a team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and/or Paralegal Certificate
• 1+ years of experience as a paralegal
• Experience drafting, cite-checking, and correcting legal briefs
• Working knowledge of case management software and Microsoft Office 365
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

This is a great opportunity for hands-on experience and professional growth. Interested candidates should submit a resume using LinkedIn Easy Apply.

About Tressler

Tressler LLP is an award-winning law firm with ten offices located in six states - California, Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania. Trusted for more than 39 years, our firm has significant depth and experience in the resolution of disputes through mediation, arbitration, litigation and trials.