Remote California Toxic Tort Paralegal

Overview

An established litigation law firm is seeking experienced Litigation Paralegals to join their Toxic Tort practice group supporting legal teams based in California. This role requires working Pacific Time Zone business hours (9:00 am to 5:00 pm) to support California offices. Experience handling California cases is advantageous but not mandatory.

The firm specializes in complex civil litigation, focusing on toxic tort, complex product liability, local government, general liability, and commercial litigation matters.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple complex litigation matters simultaneously.
• Monitor case filings and provide detailed assessments to attorneys.
• Draft and prepare initial versions of pre-trial motions, dispositive motions, and other pleadings.
• Review and evaluate discovery documents such as medical records, sales documents, employment records, and other case materials.
• Compose case assessments and evaluations for review by associates and partners.
• Maintain contemporaneous accounting and submission of personal billable time.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Toxic Tort Defense litigation.
• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Experience with California cases is a plus but not required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel), Westlaw, PACER, and/or File & Serve Xpress.
• Consistent punctuality and attendance; ability to cover responsibilities when absent.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to effectively interface with attorneys, paralegals, and legal administrative staff.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Prompt responsiveness to attorney and client requests; commitment to service.
• Dependability to follow instructions, complete tasks on time, work independently, and commit necessary hours to meet deadlines.
• Team-oriented attitude contributing to a positive work environment.

Personal Attributes

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume, deadline-driven environment with shifting priorities.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and capable of independent work.
• Professional demeanor in interactions with diverse individuals.
• Skilled in prioritizing and managing multiple tasks.
• Flexible and willing to assist wherever needed.
• Understanding of and adherence to firm policies and procedures.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, and 401(k) plan.

Equal Opportunity

The employer is committed to equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate based on age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status. Diversity and inclusion are valued and promoted within the workplace.