Job Description
Job DescriptionDescription:CAREER ANNOUNCEMENTLITIGATION PARALEGAL
*We are currently not hiring for this role, but are accepting applications to join our waitlist.*
A reputable, fast-growing employee rights law firm practicing employment law is seeking to fill a full-time Litigation Paralegal position in its Glendale office as detailed below.
Title: Litigation Paralegal (on-site, not remote)
Location: Glendale, CA
Hours: Full-Time / 40 hours per week (Mo-Fri 8:30am-5:30pm)
Starting Pay: $30.00 - $40.00+ per hour (depending on experience)
Certification: Paralegal certificate (or equivalent paralegal experience) is required.
Experience: Law office experience is a must.
Benefits: We provide benefits to full-time employees after a 90-day probational period including health, dental and
vision benefits, paid vacation, paid holidays, 401K among other perks.
Responsibilities:
- Providing all necessary support to one or more attorneys;
- Preparing/drafting and filing legal documents such as complaints, motions, briefs, discovery;
- Maintaining relevant case information;
- Maintain and update inventories of contact details;
- Handling client communications and working with clients as needed;
- Effectively communicate with witnesses, clients, colleagues and partners;
- Facilitate the meeting of deadlines;
- Managing records, projects and calendars to make sure everything functions smoothly;
- Indexing and updating pleadings and discovery files;
- Transcribing and/or proofreading legal documents;
- Collecting and delivering documents;
- Making travel arrangements for one or more Lawyers;
- Conducting research and investigating facts regarding cases;
- Assisting other staff as requested, and other duties as necessary.
General Skills Required: Excellent verbal communication skills; excellent telephone etiquette, great note-taking skills,
professional and upbeat attitude, attention to detail, honesty, good written communication, dependable, ability to
follow instructions, computer savvy, great typing skills, multi-tasking, ability to prioritize, excellent organizational skills.
Computer Skills Preferred: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook Email / Calendar, Adobe, Apple O/S.
Language Skills: Fluent in English (spoken & written); Spanish speaking is a plus.
Requirements: