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Litigation Paralegal Jobs in San Diego, California, USA at JAMES & WADDLE PC
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Job Description
We are looking for a skilled paralegal to assist our legal team. Our firm handles the specialized needs of our business and real estate clients in transaction and litigation matters. As an integral part of our team, you will frequently interact with the firm’s clients, potential clients, expert witnesses, court personnel and opposing counsel. You will be responsible for the coordination of all the details in our matters.
The successful candidate will be able to provide assistance during all phases of the litigation process including conducting interviews, legal research, document filing and attending trials. We value independence, experience, leadership, knowledge and a can-do attitude.
Responsibilities
Conduct investigations, legal research and initial case assessments
Draft pleadings, motions and file them with the court
Perform administrative duties (calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, manage logistics etc.)
Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes
Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs and appendices
Aid attorneys with drafting, and responding to, interrogatories and other discovery requests
Gather relevant information from a variety of sources
Liaise between trial teams and internal/external third parties
Requirements
3+ years of proven working experience as a litigation paralegal
Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules and procedures, practices etc.
Highly organized with ability to juggle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong writing and communication skills along with attention to detail
Extensive computer and database expertise
Paralegal Certificate
Bachelor’s Degree preferred (not required)
Ability to work overtime (if needed)
An understanding of and/or working knowledge of real estate transactions (consumer and commercial)
Benefits
Training & Development
Compensation is commensurate with experience
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Legal
Industries
Law Practice
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Title: Litigation Paralegal
Company: JAMES & WADDLE PC
Location: San Diego, California, USA
Category: Law/Legal (Legal Secretary)
