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Legal Assistant Jobs in Nashville, TN at Rochford Law & Real Estate Title, PLLC
LITIGATION PARALEGAL: Position Description
LOCATION: Irvine, CA
STATUS: Full-time hourly ($30-$35/hour depending on experience)
HOW TO APPLY: Please submit cover letter and resume
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Montevideo Law, PC dba Dog Bite Law Group is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Litigation Paralegal with a heart for helping people, strong critical thinking skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. We are looking for someone who can be trusted to see their work through to completion with accuracy and dedication. At Dog Bite Law Group, our mission is to guide our clients through some of their darkest moments and fight for the justice they deserve. The Litigation Paralegal plays a vital role in achieving this mission by providing essential support in all phases of litigation. The ideal candidate is organized, compassionate, and capable of building positive relationships with clients and professionals alike. They will effectively manage multiple cases from intake to resolution, with a specific focus on calendaring, discovery, pleadings, and motions.
SKILLS/REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum 3-years’ experience in paralegal field in personal injury
Litigation experience
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Hardworking and goal-oriented
Self-management and follow-up of tasks to full completion are essential
Friendly, professional and courteous with ability to build positive relationships with clients and professionals
Highly organized and attention to detail, critical thinker and problem solver
Integrity, strong work ethic, and positive attitude, humility and driven to always improve, learn and grow
Ability to work independently as a self-starter, prioritize and meet deadlines
Ability to juggle multiple activities and work under pressure
Must be able to deal with confidential information in a professional manner
Computer literacy (MS Office, Box, PDF editing software, DocuSign, Salesforce CRM, general internet research)
Valid driver’s license and auto insurance
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Responsible for case management from opening to closing of case
Client contact and client experience
Pre-litigation support: draft demands and letters; request/collect medical history/chronology, photos, information and records from clients; research and gather information and evidence for cases and potential cases; set up and calendar client medical appointments; contact potential witnesses and draft witness statements; request/collect medical records/bills; request/collect Animal Control reports and dog history records; collect and put exhibits together; lien notice and negotiation; draft case account statements and client disbursements and authorizations
Litigation support: calendaring (trial and corresponding deadlines); prepare and serve complaints, 998s, proofs of service, subpoenas (records, depositions, witnesses), mediation briefs; propound and respond to discovery
Trial support: motions in limine; joint trial documents; jury instructions; preparation of exhibits and trial binders; post-judgment motions
Some remote work flexibility
Other duties as assigned
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Paralegal certificate from an accredited program
Associates or Bachelor’s Degree is a plus, but not required
Typing speed of at least 50 wpm with a high rate of accuracy
Writing sample may be requested
BENEFITS:
Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) and 7 paid holidays
Newly-renovated office space directly across from Irvine Spectrum Center
Fitness center access
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.00 – $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
Flexible schedule
Free parking
Opportunities for advancement
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Experience:
litigation paralegal: 1 year (Preferred)
personal injury: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Paralegal Certificate (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
Irvine, CA 92618 (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Title: Legal Assistant
Company: Rochford Law & Real Estate Title, PLLC
Location: Nashville, TN
