Litigation Paralegal (Employment Law)

LEGAL SECRETARY PARALEGAL POSITION

FOR:

MAJOR EMPLOYMENT LAW FIRM IN LOS ANGELES,CA

Growing Law Firm in need of a reliable and proactive paralegal. The Paralegal will assist attorney(s) by providing clerical and research support services including, but not limited to, document preparation and review; interviewing clients and witnesses; research, investigations, fact checking; discovery responses; deposition prep and notices; reservation of travel; expense reporting; preparation and filing of legal documents; and trial preparation. Our caseload is growing and the ideal candidate for this position is organized, professional, responsible, and committed to helping us meet all our clients’ needs

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
  • Drafts legal documents including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures.
  • Researches and analyzes statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to attorneys.
  • Interviews clients and witnesses and prepares summaries of their statements.
  • Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items.
  • Assists attorneys with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings.
  • Develops and maintains records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases.

· Organizes, enters and cross-references documents in a computerized database.

· Prepares discovery requests and responses.

· Assists general counsel organizing and carrying out special projects as assigned.

· Performs other related duties as assigned.

· *The company reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies or related field preferred.
  • Some related experience preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS:

  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN THIS AMAZING OPPOTUNITY APPLY TO THIS ADD OR EMAIL US YOUR RESUME.

ADMIN@VIPERSTAFFING.COM

Job Requirements:

  • Assist the litigation attorneys with managing the litigation docket
  • Prepare simple pleadings and litigation documents
  • Assist attorneys in litigation/li
  • Prepare litigation summaries for inclusion in litigation status log
  • Prepare and maintain quarterly pre-litigation and litigation reports
  • Coordinate, and calendar heavy litigation dockets for litigation matters
  • Worked at a large litigation firm
  • Maintain files on litigation and employment matters
  • Managing automobile and general liability litigation matters
  • Managing litigation and employment related matters
  • Assist with responses to written discovery in litigation matters
  • Maintain comprehensive litigation matrices and database to catalog all active litigation matters
  • Representing the company in litigation
  • Respond to litigation discovery and third party subpoenas
  • Manage multiple litigation and arbitration matters
  • Ensure all litigation hold inventory
  • Providing litigation paralegal support to the firm in all practice areas
  • Prepare litigation report to auditors
  • Assisting senior attorneys on a variety of litigation matters
  • Update litigation files, including complaints, pleadings and settlement documents

If you are interested please feel free to Apply or email us at Admin@viperstaffing.com

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