Paralegal

Prestigious trial firm looking for a Legal Secretary/Paralegal to undertake a variety of duties within the Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury department. You will work under the supervision of the attorneys and managing paralegal in the litigation department.

Responsibilities:

· Handle high volume civil litigation cases, including personal injury and medical malpractice;

· Assist in the preparation and filing of legal documents with state and federal court;

· Assist in drafting pleading, notices, and discovery responses;

· Draft and process incoming and outgoing correspondence;

· Provide administrative assistance to attorneys, including managing calendars/deadlines;

· Schedule, confirm and assist attorneys in preparation for depositions;

· Prepare materials for review by expert witnesses;

· Assist in the preparation for court proceedings (including, but not limited to, assisting with trial preparation and maintaining communication with clients and experts);

· Organize and maintain electronic case files within the company software/case management system.

Requirements:

· Paralegal Certificate and bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of litigation experience;

· Minimum of 4+ years of litigation experience;

· Exceptional verbal and written communication skills;

· Professional and courteous to clients and staff;

· Detail oriented, team player, positive, energetic, kind, well-spoken with excellent customer service skills;

· Perform at a high level fast-pace environment with minimal supervision;

· Skilled with computers and software as well as organized;

· Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (including Outlook, Word), Adobe Acrobat Pro, and typing speed over 60 WPM;

· Demonstrate good ethics, judgment and maintain the confidentiality of files.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Torrance, CA 90501 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Torrance, CA 90501: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person