D3 Search is actively recruiting a Litigation Paralegal for a well-established, highly respected & growing CA-based law practice located in Newport Beach, CA (92660).

Position Title:

Paralegal | 3.5 years litigation experience is preferred.

Location | Map:

Newport Beach, CA (92660)

Employment Status:

Full-time | direct hire employment opportunity. Non-exempt role (OT in accordance w/ CA law).

Employer Work Model:

Flexible hybrid 3/2 work model.

Summary:

The firm's paralegals support a team of lawyers in a vibrant, busy, and complex environment. Paralegals assist with a variety of tasks and responsibilities in the discovery and litigation process, including the day-to-day case management, preparing and monitoring calendar deadlines, and assisting with all aspects of pre-trial and trial preparation.

Successful paralegal candidates are professional and courteous with a positive can-do attitude, proactive self-starters with demonstrated experience managing multiple ongoing complex cases, and detail oriented with strong writing, proofreading, and communication skills. Candidate should be comfortable supervising trial teams with minimal guidance and supervision.

Job Functions:

• Performs trial preparation and provides trial support.
• Assists with fact research and deposition preparation.
• Proofreads and cite checks documents.
• Assists with court filings.
• Monitors and maintains multiple document repositories.
• Mentors and trains the litigation support clerks.
• Performs all aspects of discovery including responding to e-discovery responses and propounding discovery.

Requirements:

• 1-3 years of experience working in a complex civil litigation practice (preferably, but not required, experience in a trial boutique law firm representing high-profile clients).
• Bachelor’s degree with signed declaration or paralegal certificate.
• Experience preparing for and attending trials/arbitrations/hearings.
• Experience coordinating trial/arbitration logistics, including negotiating for war room spaces, and coordinating with vendors.
• Experience utilizing applicable litigation support software (e.g. Westlaw, Lexis Nexis, Pacer, Case Notebook).
• Experience using e-discovery review platforms, particularly Relativity.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, and all Microsoft Office applications.
• Able to travel to, and provide support at, off-site trials and arbitrations.
• Additional hours (including overtime) will be required on occasion.
• Excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work in a team environment and maintain a positive attitude and calm demeaner.
• Strong computer skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills. Must effectively prioritize work/projects and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment. Able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, set priorities and accommodate rush requests.
• Motivated, self-directed individual with ability to anticipate and resolve issues and work with little to no supervision.
• Knowledge of state and federal court rules.

Salary/Compensation:

Annual salary is up to 105K (DOE/DOQ).

Health Benefits Summary:

Comprehensive & robust health benefits package, generous PTO, 401K (no match), paid parking onsite, MCLE contributions and many other employee-centered perks, etc. Highly collaborative, collegial and supportive work environment.

If interested in this full-time/direct hire Litigation Paralegal role with this highly respected and growing CA-based law practice located in Newport Beach, CA (92660), and you meet the above qualifications/requirements, please contact the following D3 rep.:

Don Moser | D3 Search

📬don@d3search.com | ☎️ 213-785-2485

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