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Litigation Paralegal

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Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $75,000 – $125,000 per year
Location: Santa Rosa, CA / Los Angeles, CA / Remote Flexibility

Responsibilities and Duties

Conduct legal research
Draft initial pleadings, motions and e-filing with the court
Aid attorneys with drafting, and responding to, interrogatories and other discovery requests
Assist in responding to discovery, including working directly with clients to obtain all necessary information
Prepare documents for production to the opposing party and handle documents produced by the opposing party (ideally with expertise in document management software)
Prepare summaries of responses to written discovery that have propounded, and summarize deposition testimony
Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs and appendices, including all electronic files
Coordinate between the client and attorney for gathering documents and information requests
Perform administrative duties (calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, manage discovery deadlines, and etc.)
Schedule mediations and keeping all parties up to date
Coordinate with court coordinators regarding setting in person and virtual hearings
Maintain routine communications with clients and attorneys about case status and preparation
Provide exceptional customer service with compassion and professionalism
General office administrative and coordination responsibilities, as needed

Qualifications:

Minimum of 10 years of working experience as a Paralegal
Paralegal Certificate (Highly Preferred), Bachelor’s Degree (Preferred)
E-filing experience required
Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules and procedures, practices, and etc., especially in business or commercial litigation
Ability to assist attorneys with propounding and responding to discovery (interrogatories, requests for admissions, and request for production, subpoenas, and preparing deposition binders) and motions (preparation of any supporting documents and exhibits, and preparing hearing binders)
Self-Starter with the Ability to Multi-Task
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Results-oriented team player
Finely tuned analytical skills and the ability to interpret and analyze a multitude of documents including pleadings, client communications, and a variety of legal documents
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work in a collaborative work environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access), Gmail, MacOS, Zoom, Adobe Acrobat, One Legal, Rapid Legal, LawToolBox, WestLaw; ability to learn Case Management and Document Management systems.

Highlights of Benefit Package:

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) with Employer Match
LTD and Life Insurance
Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off

How to Apply

Please email your resume and cover letter with salary requirements.

Rogoway Law Group is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. The Firm is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please reach out to our HR department.