Paralegal

Overview

A law firm is seeking a highly qualified Litigation Paralegal to join its Mass Torts Practice Group. This role focuses on consumer protection litigation defense on behalf of manufacturers. The position is eligible for remote work arrangements.

Responsibilities

• Support an active litigation practice involving discovery, depositions, motions practice, with cases pending in state courts, federal courts, and arbitration.
• Prepare and draft routine written discovery, including both defensive and offensive discovery responses, and document production.
• Organize and redact documents and records efficiently and consistently.
• Manage eDiscovery tasks such as organization, searches, productions, redactions, and logging document dispositions.
• Assess and synthesize materials, records, and documentation to prepare detailed case evaluations for consumer protection litigation defense.
• Analyze and organize large volumes of information and data sets.
• Prepare witness files and materials for taking and defending depositions.
• Prepare financial analyses and damages or settlement calculations based on manufacturer and consumer documentation.
• Produce consistent and succinct reports and summaries for legal teams and clients aligned with client goals and defense strategies.
• Manage calendar for a high-volume litigation practice.
• Perform discovery and case management with minimal supervision.
• Complete special projects and duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Five or more years of litigation experience, preferably in a mid or large-sized law firm or high-volume practice.
• Experience in California courts is preferred.
• Comprehensive experience with written discovery, including defensive and offensive discovery responses and document production.
• Deep knowledge of discovery processes and procedures.
• Excellent writing and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong project management skills with attention to detail and deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize competing deadlines and varying requirements.
• Ability to work effectively in a team across different offices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel required.
• Proficiency in database management, web-based portal systems, and SharePoint is strongly preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• National average salary range: $68,000 - $114,000, with starting salary determined by location, qualifications, and experience.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid days off/vacation and firm-paid holidays.

Location

Remote work arrangements are eligible for this position.

Additional Information

Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and related ordinances.

For applicants in Los Angeles County, certain material job duties may be directly affected by criminal history, including adherence to firm policies, exercising sound judgment, working safely and respectfully with others, exhibiting trustworthiness, and safeguarding business operations.