Overview
Paralegal Jobs in Torrance, California, USA at Bighornlaw
Are you passionate about doing your best in everything you do?
Do you stand by your work and produce it with excellence?
Are you ready to join a team that values excellence, achievement, and camaraderie?
If so, you may be our next hire!
We are committed to achieving the best results for clients while maintaining excellent service, communication, and personality. We aim to maximize your strengths so you can feel connected and committed to your work.
We’re seeking a skilled and experienced Paralegal leader to support our growing legal team. The ideal candidate will use their experience and organizational skills to prepare and maintain legal documents, file motions, interview clients, and conduct legal research. If you’re looking to fill a crucial position at a firm and enjoy helping others, apply today.
Responsibilities
Drafting and motion writing/discovery skills are heavily relied upon
Unlawful detainer experience is preferred but not required
Prepare templates for counsel for discovery, depositions, briefs, and other legal documents
Review records/discovery and testimony transcripts, and prepare summaries (strongly preferred)
Organize case filing systems to ensure documents are properly sorted and accessible
Assist lawyers in trial preparation, including organizing exhibits, coordinating witnesses, conducting legal research, and assisting with client meetings and filing motions
Draft legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence such as interrogatories, subpoenas, deposition notices, complaints, pretrial orders, legal briefs, and affidavits under lawyer guidance
Draft subpoenas and coordinate with process servers
Gather information about legal issues from clients through interviews
Qualifications
Required:
Extensive experience with motion writing and discovery in a busy law firm setting
Prior litigation paralegal experience in a busy law firm
Knowledge of administrative procedures, systems, and office procedures
Understanding of principles and processes for providing client services, including problem-solving
Proficiency with computer office programs, legal software, and telephones
Ability to make quick and accurate decisions in complex situations
Strong independent reasoning and problem-solving skills with limited oversight
Ability to follow instructions and meet deadlines under pressure
Extremely detail-oriented and organized
Strong multitasking and time-management skills
Basic knowledge of CA procedural code
Preferred:
Experience with civil law, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, and government regulations
Experience applying Civil Procedure to legal issues
Reviewing records/discovery and testimony transcripts, and preparing summaries (preferred)
Excellent organizational and time-management skills
ABA-approved paralegal certificate or associate’s/bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies
Strong interpersonal, writing, and grammar skills
Compensation
$25 – $30 hourly DOE
About Kendall Law, P.C.
We strive to take ownership of our work to prioritize what matters most.
Excellence in legal services
Proactive communication with clients
Integrity in all we do
Ownership of results and responsibilities
What You Can Expect Working With Us
We are committed to achieving the best results for clients without sacrificing service, communication, or personality. As a team-oriented, fast-paced law firm, we aim to maximize your strengths so you feel connected and committed to your work.
The Perks
We offer an excellent team environment and benefits:
Full-paid dental and vision
$100 monthly healthcare stipend
Medical and 401(k) plans
Team-building events and lunches
Paid holidays by Kendall Law, A.P.C.
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Title: Paralegal
Company: Bighornlaw
Location: Torrance, California, USA
Category: Law/Legal (Legal Secretary), Administrative/Clerical (Legal Secretary)
