Product Liability Paralegal

Overview

The organization is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to provide substantive support to attorneys handling product liability and other complex litigation matters. This role assists throughout all phases of litigation in state and federal courts, including hearings and trials, in a fast-paced legal environment.

Responsibilities

• Draft initial case pleadings for attorney review, including notices of appearance, answers, and related filings in state and federal courts.
• Review, analyze, and summarize discovery responses served by all parties, including plaintiffs and co-defendants, in product liability and complex litigation matters.
• Conduct factual investigations of parties, products, jobsites, companies, and other entities using publicly available and proprietary research tools.
• Maintain and update case management software to ensure accurate reflection of case developments, filings, and documentation.
• Draft subpoenas and coordinate the collection of records in compliance with state and federal procedural rules.
• Locate, evaluate, and conduct pre-interviews with potential trial witnesses.
• Identify, organize, and analyze key documents to support depositions, summary judgment motions, and other pre-trial filings.
• Review and summarize large and complex document productions, including medical, employment, Social Security, Naval records, sales records, invoices, internal communications, and other documents.
• Coordinate with expert witnesses in product liability and complex litigation cases, including retention, scheduling, and review of technical and case-specific materials.
• Research and analyze applicable state and federal case law in support of pre-trial motions and litigation strategy.
• Review, summarize, and organize deposition testimony for use in motion practice, hearings, and cross-examinations.
• Assist attorneys with preparation for state and federal hearings and trials, including trial notebooks, exhibit lists, witness files, and trial boxes.
• Maintain organized case files and manage trial materials before, during, and after hearings and trials.
• Perform additional responsibilities as requested by Management.

Requirements

• 3+ years of prior litigation paralegal experience preferred; exposure to product liability or complex litigation strongly preferred.
• California filing experience required.
• Strong familiarity with legal documents, litigation procedures, and terminology applicable to state and federal courts.
• Advanced computer and database skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with case management and document management systems; Filevine experience preferred.
• Demonstrated experience accurately tracking and recording billable time in accordance with firm policies and client billing guidelines.
• Ability to consistently meet established billable hour requirements while managing multiple matters and deadlines.
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively, manage deadlines, and work in a fast-paced, high-volume litigation environment.
• Strong teamwork skills and ability to collaborate closely with attorneys, experts, and colleagues.
• Professional, courteous demeanor with a strong client-service orientation.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Spanish language proficiency will be considered a plus to support Spanish-speaking clients.
• Demonstrated initiative, sound judgment, and commitment to ongoing professional development.

Preferred Qualifications

• Filevine experience
• 3+ years of prior litigation paralegal experience with exposure to product liability or complex litigation

Compensation & Benefits

• Expected salary range: $70,000 - $90,000
• Actual salary will be determined based on education, experience, internal equity, and other job-related factors, consistent with applicable law.
• Benefits include:
  • Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance
  • Life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) retirement savings
  • Paid time off and holidays

Location

Nationwide law firm with offices on both the east coast and west coast.

Additional Information

• Work occasionally requires more than 40 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the position.
• This job description is intended to be general and may evolve over time; additional duties may be assigned at Management’s discretion.
• The organization is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace.
• Qualified applicants must be able to complete essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation(s).