What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal position at ITG?
Position Overview:
The role’s primarily focus is on wage and hour class actions, along with individual employment matters, such as FEHA claims. The paralegal will play a key role in assisting attorneys with all stages of litigation and supporting the firm's commitment to client advocacy.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist attorneys in managing wage and hour class actions and individual employment law matters.
- Prepare legal documents, including complaints, deposition summaries, and mediation briefs.
- Conduct legal research and assist in case strategy development.
- Coordinate and prepare discovery, including interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admissions.
- Manage and track case deadlines, filings, and document organization.
- Communicate directly with clients and provide status updates on case developments.
- Assist attorneys in preparing for court appearances, depositions, and settlement negotiations.
Qualifications:
- 1 years of experience as a paralegal, with a focus on employment law and wage and hour class actions.
- Familiarity with employment law statutes such as FEHA and California wage and hour laws.
- Experience with litigation, including preparing pleadings, discovery, and trial preparation.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Paralegal certification (Preferred but not required).
Compensation and Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Bonus is performance based.
Comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Paid time off and life insurance
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $73,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Labor & Employment: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- El Segundo, CA 90245 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $73,000 - $80,000
