Paralegal ( Civil Litigation)

Jobot Inc.; Costa Mesa (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking a Permanent Paralegal specializing in Civil Litigation in Costa Mesa. The role entails providing crucial support in legal cases, requiring 5+ years of experience and strong organizational skills. Join a dynamic team with opportunities for career growth and a competitive compensation package.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation Package

Complete Benefits Package

Flexible Work Schedules

Accelerated Career Growth

Fun Company Activities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years as a Paralegal in Civil Litigation.
• Extensive experience with depositions.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assisting lawyers in preparation and filing of court documents.
• Conducting legal research and fact-checking.
• Managing large volumes of complex case documents.

Skills

Legal Research

Communication

Organization

Education

Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Base pay range

$80,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr

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Job details

Nationwide Leader in Complex Civil Litigation

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Salary $80,000 - $100,000 per year

A Bit About Us

Based in Minneapolis with 17+ offices across the country, we are a $73M TOP Ranked Law Firm. Our core values are centered around our people and our clients. We believe that putting your employees first is not only the right thing to do, but it also gives us the competitive edge to ensure our clients have an excellent experience! Over the years, our reputation for providing our people with the very best has caught the eye of some reputable clients who have chosen to use us as their primary firm!

If you are a Paralgal with 4+ years of Civil Litigation Defense looking for hybrid in Costa Mesa, then please apply!



Why join us?


Do you want to work with some of the nation’s best Clients AND enjoy time at home w/ family? We do too!

• Hybrid in Costa Mesa
• Best in Class Firm!
• Competitive Compensation Package!
• Complete Benefits Package!
• Flexible Work Schedules!
• Accelerated Career Growth!
• Fun Company Activities!
• Many More!
  
  

Job Details

Job Details

We are seeking a seasoned Permanent Paralegal with a specialization in Civil Litigation to join our dynamic team. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced legal firm, providing crucial support to our attorneys in the preparation, management, and resolution of a variety of legal cases. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in civil litigation, with a strong emphasis on depositions. This role requires a minimum of 5+ years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

As a Permanent Paralegal in our firm, your responsibilities will include

• Assisting lawyers in the preparation and filing of all court documents.
• Conducting legal research and fact-checking to ensure the accuracy of case data.
• Drafting pleadings, legal correspondence, and other documents as required.
• Managing and organizing large volumes of complex case documents; coordinating document productions; creating and maintaining internal case databases.
• Coordinating and managing depositions, including preparing deposition notices, arranging court reporters and interpreters, preparing deposition binders, and handling exhibits.
• Assisting in trial preparation activities, including drafting trial briefs, preparing trial notebooks, organizing exhibits, and managing witness files.
• Interacting professionally with clients, attorneys, court personnel, opposing counsel, and expert witnesses.
  
  

Qualifications

To be considered for this role, you must have

• A minimum of 5 years of experience as a Paralegal, specifically within Civil Litigation.
• Extensive experience with depositions.
• A Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program or equivalent education or job experience.
• Excellent knowledge of legal research software and legal databases.
• Strong understanding of the civil litigation process and legal terminology.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
• Exceptional organizational skills, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• A team player mentality, with the ability to also work independently when required.
  
  

If you are a meticulous, analytical thinker with a passion for civil law and a proven track record in the field, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to become an integral part of our committed legal team.

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Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services, Law Practice, and Government Administration

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