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<h3>Job Description</h3>
San Francisco, CA (Preferred) or Los Angeles, CA
 
Summary
Our client is looking for an experienced, career-track litigation paralegal with substantial work experience in AmLaw 100 firms or specialized boutique law firms who will contribute as lead paralegal on large, complex cases and provide instruction and informal mentorship to junior paralegals at the Firm.
 
Responsibilities
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<li>Perform all elements of litigation case management, including file management, discovery, and trial activities.</li>
<li>Implement case calendaring system to track filings and appropriately distribute information.</li>
<li>Utilize existing systems and procedures and/or establish new procedures to facilitate the organization and retrieval of documents by and for the attorneys on the case team.</li>
<li>On a case-specific basis, coordinate and oversee the tasks of more junior paralegals and other support staff as needed on large litigation matters and/or investigations in all phases of litigation from discovery through trial/arbitration.</li>
<li>Liaise between case team lawyers and support staff as needed to ensure that case-specific paralegal services are meeting the team’s expectations.</li>
<li>Interact with outside entities (e.g. courts, government agencies, expert witnesses, corporations, vendors and other law firms) to gather information or coordinate activities as needed in support of firm activities, specifically trials and arbitrations.</li>
<li>Draft, review, and/or analyze routine legal documents as requested; conduct legal research under attorney supervision.</li>
<li>Provide formal and/or informal guidance and training to more junior paralegals regarding firm and litigation procedures and best practices.</li>
<li>Create and maintain effective working relationships with others to facilitate a positive and productive work environment.</li>
<li>Continuously refine, develop, and expand skills in anticipation of changes in the work environment or profession.</li>
<li>Adhere to Firm policies, practices, and priorities.</li>
<li>Perform other duties as requested by Firm management. </li>
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Qualifications
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<li>BS/BA from an accredited college or university required.</li>
<li>Paralegal certificate preferred</li>
<li>Minimum 5 years work experience as a litigation paralegal in an Amlaw 100 firm or a specialized litigation practice firm.</li>
<li>Experience with all stages of litigation, including intake, discovery, and trial.</li>
<li>Experience preparing for and attending trials/arbitrations/hearings.</li>
<li>Experience coordinating trial/arbitration logistics, including negotiating for work space, setting-up remote office space, and coordinating with vendors.</li>
<li>Strong sense of accountability and attention to detail.</li>
<li>Ability to convey information to individuals at all levels within the firm in a courteous and professional manner; strong service orientation.</li>
<li>Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to work concurrently on a variety of projects with changing priorities.</li>
<li>Ability to work equally well as part of a team in both a leadership and subordinate role.</li>
<li>Ability to maintain stable performance under pressure with continually changing priorities; ability to integrate special assignments or projects into workflow.</li>
<li>Excellent judgment demonstrated by the ability to make appropriate decisions in high pressure situations.</li>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including communications that are clear and concise, use proper grammar and appropriate vocabulary.</li>
<li>Experience with court and administrative agency filings, including electronic or e- filings.</li>
<li>Experience using e-discovery databases (e.g. Concordance, Relativity, Ringtail).</li>
<li>Experience using litigation support software for managing files and transcripts preferred. (e.g. LiveNote, CaseMap, etc.)</li>
<li>Proficient with Microsoft Office software products including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.</li>
<li>Proficiency using LexisNexis, Westlaw, and Adobe Acrobat in a legal setting.</li>
<li>Proficient with cite-checking and Bluebook rules.</li>
<li>Must be available for overtime work and travel as needed. </li>
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Compensation
The salary range for this position is $87,500.00-$140,000.00. plus overtime and bonus, depending on location, qualifications, and experience.
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Senior Litigation Paralegal

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Complex Litigation Defense Attorney
 
Locations (California)
 
Los Angeles
Costa Mesa 
San Francisco 
San Diego
 
Remote Work Flexibility
 
Experience the freedom of working remotely for a portion of your workweek. Our infrastructure enables seamless communication, collaboration, and access to resources from anywhere. This hybrid position is for two days per week in office. 
 
About the Company
 
Manning Kass is a national civil litigation defense firm that stands out from the rest—every case and client matters. Established in 1994 with just sixteen attorneys, we have expanded over the past thirty years to more than 160 attorneys across seven offices, including major economic hubs like New York and Los Angeles.
 
About the Role
 
Our California offices are expanding. Join the dynamic and innovative Complex Team, where we tackle a diverse portfolio of high exposure personal injury cases. This is a rare opportunity to work on challenging and impactful litigation matters involving transportation (automotive and trucking cases), catastrophic injury and wrongful death claims. Our cases have both factual and legal complexities. 
 
As an attorney on the Complex Team, you will work alongside seasoned litigators and industry-leading partners, engaging in every stage of litigation—from strategy development and discovery to mediation, arbitration, and trial. We are seeking a driven, intellectually curious attorney eager to make a difference for our clients while advancing their career within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. 
 
The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with clients, businesses and legal teams. We seek candidates who are eager to learn, highly self-motivated, and interested in long-term professional growth. 
 
Responsibilities
 
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<li>Must be comfortable managing discovery, including propounding and responding to discovery, attend court hearings, as well as taking and defending depositions.</li>
<li>The candidate must have strong analytical skills, and the ability to manage a caseload in a fast-paced environment. </li>
<li>A self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li>
<li>Proactively manage communications with clients throughout the course of litigation.</li>
</ul>
 
Professional Development Opportunities
 
We are committed to investing in our associate's professional growth. Our distinctive "Manning Kass University" training program offers tailored education and development opportunities to help you thrive as a successful lawyer. Opportunity to mediate, arbitrate, and try cases while learning from the firm’s experienced ABOTA trial attorneys.
 
Requirements
 
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<li>Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited school.</li>
<li>Active membership in the California State Bar and in good standing.</li>
<li>The ideal candidate should have 2 + years of civil litigation experience.</li>
</ul>
 
Company Offers
 
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<li>Salary starting at $125,000 - $185,000 + bonus. Salary is commensurate with experience.</li>
<li>We offer a lucrative and generous bonus structure.</li>
<li>Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, flexible spending account, and 401K.</li>
<li>Pet insurance coverage.</li>
<li>Referral program.</li>
<li>A company culture that fosters career growth and opportunity.</li>
<li>All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.</li>
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Complex Litigation Attorney

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Location: California (Hybrid / Remote / On-site – specify)
 
About Law Firm:
Our client is a dynamic, full-service law firm with a strong presence in California’s real estate market. We pride ourselves on providing high-quality, client-focused legal solutions in complex real estate transactions and litigation, development, land use, financing, and dispute resolution. As they continue to grow, they are seeking a talented Real Estate Attorney to join their team and support their expanding practice.
 
What You’ll Do
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<li>Provide legal advice and representation on a broad range of real estate matters, including acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, land use, zoning, and development.</li>
<li>Draft, review, and negotiate real estate contracts, purchase and sale agreements, leases, financing agreements, and other transactional documents.</li>
<li>Work collaboratively with clients, land planners, lenders, surveyors, architects, and other stakeholders.</li>
<li>Support dispute resolution related to real estate, including working with litigation teams as needed.</li>
</ul>
 
Why this position:
Impactful Work: Work on sophisticated real estate transactions, litigation, and high-stakes development matters.
Growth &amp; Development: Opportunities for mentorship, leadership, and advancing your career within the firm.
Collaborative Culture: A collegial environment where you have the autonomy to lead matters and the support of a strong team.
Work Flexibility: Hybrid or remote working options, with flexibility based on role and client needs.
 
Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position is between $180,000 – $250,000 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
 
If you have any questions before applying to this posting, you can scheduled a call with me through my Calendly link based on your availability: <a href="https://calendly.com/izhar-surya/15min" target="_blank">https://calendly.com/izhar-surya/15min</a>

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