What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal position at Kahana and Feld LLP?
Kahana Feld is a nationally recognized, award-winning law firm with twelve offices across the country-and we're continuing to expand our team
Summary
The Paralegal will be responsible for working with attorneys and other departments and / or staff as assigned to provide support through all aspects of litigation in a variety of practice areas.
Duties and Responsibilities :
- Under the supervision of an attorney, coordinate, organize, prepare, and interpret complex legal documents.
- Coordinate with attorneys and paralegal Is to direct workflow on various cases.
- Supervise paralegal Is on their duties performed and assist accordingly.
- Review and maintain documents and case files ensuring accuracy, organization, and confidentiality
- Compile pleadings for filing with courts and relevant agencies.
- Conduct electronic document reviews, coordinate productions of documents with attorneys, conduct searches of production databases for relevant documents, and conduct other related eDiscovery tasks.
- Assist with drafting discovery, pleadings, and status reports.
- Organize and conduct case-related team meetings as needed.
- Collaborate with attorneys and team members to develop effective case strategies and timelines. Review and draft summaries of discovery responses, document productions, and relevant records.
- Assist with preparation and review of materials for court hearings and depositions.
- Attend client meetings, conference calls, and other case related meetings with attorneys.
- Conduct legal research, document review, and compile relevant case information; perform factual research in internal and external databases and libraries.
- Review and process vendor invoices for accuracy.
- Coordinate and prepare for trials by coordinating exhibits, witnesses, and trial binders; attend trials if necessary and provide support to attorneys at court and agency hearings.
- Accurately document and bill for all billable work and tasks according to billing procedures; meet annual billable hours requirement.
- Communicate and interact with filing clerks, court room assistants and calendar clerks.
- Liaise with outside vendors such as court reporters, experts, mediators, etc.
Qualifications
This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
About Kahana Feld
We are UPSTANDING
We prioritize integrity and high character and pride ourselves on an inclusive culture.
We are OUTSTANDING
We achieve excellent results for our clients by recruiting and developing great attorneys and legal professionals while providing the resources necessary to succeed.
We are UNDERSTANDING
We listen to our clients, ask questions, communicate clearly, and respond promptly.
Our DIVERSITY STATEMENT
At Kahana Feld, diversity, equity, and inclusion are a priority. Our culture nurtures a sense of pride, ownership, and passion that transcends titles and roles. We believe that respecting and valuing differences and diverse backgrounds fosters a more collaborative work environment, engenders a better understanding of our clients, and helps us achieve better results.
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Equal Opportunity Employer
Kahana Feld provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Job Type
Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Work Location
In-office first 90 days ,Hybrid
Work Schedule
8 : 30-5 : 30pm Monday-Friday. Occasional weekends and holidays.
Work Location : Hybrid remote in Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Salary Description
32 -$50 / hr
Salary : $32 - $50
