Senior Case Manager & Paralegal Lead (Hybrid)

DLA Piper; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 96,432 - 154,291; Full time

Job summary

DLA Piper is seeking a Case Manager with extensive paralegal leadership experience to support attorneys across complex cases. The role emphasizes case tracking, budgeting, and team supervision within a hybrid US office setting.

The candidate should have 10+ years as a paralegal, a bachelor's degree in a related field, and strong client-facing skills to coordinate with attorneys, clients, and outside counsel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in paralegal studies, legal studies, or related field.
• Ten+ years' experience as a Paralegal in a specific practice group.
• Hands-on experience supporting attorneys in large matters such as product liability or mass torts.

Responsibilities

• Develop knowledge of cases to ensure proper tracking and systems design.
• Streamline task execution and create efficiencies across the matter team.
• Manage budgets for cases and client relationships within firm parameters.
• Supervise the development and upkeep of electronic tools for case management.
• Mentor associates and paralegals; act as hub for case-related activities.
• Interact with clients extensively; often the primary contact.
• Lead in document collections, witness interviews, hearings, and filings.

Skills

Paralegal leadership

Client coordination

Cross-functional teamwork

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in paralegal studies

Tools

Legal research tools

Job description

DLA Piper is seeking a Case Manager with extensive paralegal leadership experience to support attorneys across complex cases. The role emphasizes case tracking, budgeting, and team supervision within a hybrid US office setting.

The candidate should have 10+ years as a paralegal, a bachelor's degree in a related field, and strong client-facing skills to coordinate with attorneys, clients, and outside counsel.