Paralegal de litigios

Walker & Reed PC; Monterey (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

401(k) with Company Match

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

CLE Assistance

Bonus based on performance

Job summary

Walker & Reed PC in Downtown Monterey seeks an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys with document preparation, case management, and litigation deadlines.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years paralegal experience, familiarity with legal procedures, and strong written and verbal communication; ability to prioritize and work independently as well as with a team.

Qualifications

• 2+ years paralegal work experience.
• Paralegal certification (NFPA, NALA) preferred.
• Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures.
• Proficient in document review and project management skills.
• Experience with legal case management software.
• Working knowledge of litigation processes.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Calendaring experience is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with document preparation, including drafting, reviewing, and editing legal documents.
• Conduct thorough document reviews to ensure accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
• Management of case files
• Coordinate project timelines and assist in managing litigation processes.
• Conduct client interviews and gather necessary information for case development.
• Maintain organized records of all legal documents and correspondence.
• Facilitate communication between clients, attorneys, and other stakeholders.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Document management

Calendaring

Communication skills

Litigation processes

Education

Paralegal certification

Tools

Legal case management software

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented, and highly organized Litigation Paralegal to join our dynamic legal team in historic Downtown Monterey.

The ideal candidate will support attorneys in various legal tasks, ensuring efficient case management and adherence to deadlines. This role requires a proactive individual with strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits

• On-the-job training, 401(k) with Company Match, Health insurance, Paid time off, Paid holidays, CLE Assistance, Bonus based on performance

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with document preparation, including drafting, reviewing, and editing legal documents.
• Conduct thorough document reviews to ensure accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
• Management of case files
• Coordinate project timelines and assist in managing litigation processes.
• Conduct client interviews and gather necessary information for case development.
• Maintain organized records of all legal documents and correspondence.
• Facilitate communication between clients, attorneys, and other stakeholders.

Requirements

• 2 or more years Paralegal work experience
• Paralegal certification (NFPA, NALA) preferred
• Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures
• Proficient in document review and project management skills
• Experience with legal case management software
• Working knowledge of litigation processes
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Calendaring experience is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.

Join our team and contribute to impactful legal work while developing your career in the legal field!