Personal Injury Paralegal Bilingual in Spanish

YERUSHALMI LAW FIRM APC; Beverly Hills (CA); On-site; USD 48,216 - 73,012; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Company outings and team-building events

Free parking

Professional development assistance

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

A fast-growing law firm in California is seeking an experienced Paralegal to assist attorneys with personal injury cases. This role requires strong organizational skills, knowledge of the California legal system, and preferably Spanish proficiency. We offer competitive salary and benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a paralegal, preferably in personal injury law.
• Strong knowledge of the legal procedures and court systems in Los Angeles, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the discovery process.
• Prepare and file legal documents.
• Schedule and coordinate depositions.
• Maintain and manage case calendars.
• Organize and maintain case files.

Skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Legal research proficiency

Communication skills

Case management skills

Spanish proficiency

Tools

Case management software

Job description

Overview

Our fast growing personal injury law firm in California is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join our team. The ideal candidate should be highly organized, detail-oriented, and well-versed in the California legal system, particularly in Los Angeles, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties. This role will primarily involve assisting attorneys with various aspects of personal injury cases, including car accidents and slip/trip and fall cases. Spanish-speaking candidates are highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Discovery: Assist in the discovery process, including drafting and responding to interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admissions.
• Court Filings: Prepare and file legal documents, including complaints, motions, and deposition notices, ensuring compliance with court rules and deadlines.
• Depositions: Schedule and coordinate depositions, prepare witnesses, and assist with deposition preparation.
• Calendar Management: Maintain and manage case calendars, including tracking court dates, deadlines, and appointments.
• Subpoenas: Issue subpoenas for medical records, police records, and witnesses, and follow up to ensure timely responses.
• Case Management: Organize and maintain case files, including electronic and physical records, ensuring all documents are readily accessible.
• Motion Practice: Experience with motions to compel is a plus, and the ability to assist in drafting and filing motions.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a paralegal, preferably in personal injury law.
• Strong knowledge of the legal procedures and court systems in Los Angeles, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties.
• Proficiency in legal research, document drafting, and case management software.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Spanish language proficiency is highly preferred.

We Offer / Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Company outings and team-building events
• Free parking
• Professional development assistance
• Opportunities for advancement

Job Details

• Job Type: Full-time
• Pay: $35.00 - $53.00 per hour
• Expected hours: 40 per week
• Schedule: 8 hour shift
• Work Location: In person
• People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Location: California (Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino counties)