Paralegal - Litigation Defense - Transportation Law, General Liability 100% in office- no remote

Haight Brown & Bonesteel; Bakersfield (CA); Remote; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established civil litigation defense law firm seeks a detail-oriented Paralegal for its Bakersfield office. This engaging role involves summarizing documents, conducting legal research, and preparing court filings. You will assist attorneys during trials and handle various legal documents, ensuring smooth litigation processes. Join a close-knit team that values communication and work-life balance while providing opportunities for career development. If you are passionate about law and eager to contribute to a supportive environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Qualifications

• Certificate from an ABA-approved paralegal program required.
• Strong understanding of California Code of Civil Procedure is essential.

Responsibilities

• Summarize and index documents in personal injury cases.
• Prepare court filings and assist attorneys during trials.

Skills

Legal Research

Document Summarization

Time Billing

Communication Skills

Education

Certificate from ABA-approved paralegal program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Paralegal - Litigation Defense - Transportation Law, General Liability 100% in office- no remote

Haight Brown & Bonesteel is looking for a Paralegal - Litigation Defense - Transportation Law, General Liability in Bakersfield, CA.
This local job opportunity with ID 3076014023 is live since 2025-02-14 14:24:09.

Haight Brown & Bonesteel LLP is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented paralegal for either its Sacramento or Walnut Creek office. This position requires a daily commute to our office with no remote or hybrid work offered.

Haight is a well-established (85 years) civil litigation defense law firm with offices statewide offering outstanding resources. We are a close-knit group of professionals who excel in our practices.

Responsibilities:

1. Summarize and index documents including medical chronologies and billing summaries in personal injury cases
2. Perform legal research
3. Prepare court filings, draft and issue subpoenas
4. Collect, organize & summarize correspondences, contracts, subcontracts, invoices, plans, drawings, change orders, photographs and large volumes of data in complex litigation
5. Review discovery responses from opposing counsel; prepare discovery & deposition summaries and document productions
6. Assist attorneys in trial phase of litigation; review local rules of court for the preparation of trial documents including trial notebooks, trial exhibits, draft Motions in Limine; coordinate witnesses for trial appearances

Requirements:

1. Certificate of completion from a paralegal program approved by the American Bar Association
2. Strong understanding of the California Code of Civil Procedure
3. Experience billing your time at a law firm
4. Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Our firm culture includes a mix of teamwork, good communication, a work/life balance and career development opportunities.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance and flexible spending accounts.

All resume submissions are strictly confidential.