What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal position at Kaufman Dolowich LLP?
Overview
Kaufman Dolowich, recognized by U.S. news in their list of “Best Companies to Work For - Law Firms” is seeking a Legal Assistant with 3 years of litigation experience. This role will be on site and based out of our Torrance office. Our Legal Support Department is comprised of highly skilled and motivated individuals, who are seeking a dynamic self-starter to join their growing team!
Job Responsibilities:
- Works with attorneys to develop legal arguments, motions and other case filings.
- Utilizes existing files and a variety of other research resources to develop information for pending cases.
- Drafts discovery demands and responses, including, but not limited to, Requests for Production, Interrogatories, Notices for Discovery and Inspection and Requests for Admissions.
- Prepares trial and arbitration hearing binders, as well as processing deposition transcripts.
- Prepares first set of exhibits for motions, discovery responses, timelines, exhibits, etc.
- Reviews outgoing document production, including redacting and Bates stamping.
- Creates Preservation of Evidence Letter and Document Request Letters.
- Performs legal research.
- Processes HIPAA authorizations and follow up with providers for medical records.
- Reviews, summarize and analyze medical records to assist with defense of action.
- Other duties, as needed, to support the firm and office operations.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary & growth opportunities.
- Comprehensive benefits packages (Medical, Vision, Dental, Voluntary Plans).
- Firm paid Life Insurance/AD&D and LTD.
- Professional team-oriented environment.
Qualifications
- Litigation and e-discovery experience.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Industry recognized certification from organizations such as ABA, NALA or AACP.
- Experience in using legal database software (NetDocs and West Law preferred).
- Familiarity with legal terminology and principles.
- The ability to analyze legal documents, as well as perform legal research, for accuracy.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
The total annual compensation range for this position is $60,000-$85,000. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, location, and other job-related factors as permitted by law.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at Kaufman Dolowich without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. Kaufman Dolowich is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Salary : $60,000 - $85,000
