Litigation Paralegal

Seeking a full-time (37.5 hours per week) experienced Litigation Paralegal in our San Francisco or Sacramento office. The successful candidate must be able to multi-task, enjoy working as part of a team, and demonstrate a first-class commitment to client service.

Under minimal supervision, the litigation paralegal will be expected to carry out the following job duties and responsibilities: REQUIREMENTS AND EXPECTATIONS: Perform various document searches in an e-Discovery database and conduct factual research on LexisNexis and the Internet.

Organize documents and coordinate documents productions including bates-stamping, redaction, duplication and indexing of documents. Create and maintain internal case databases including Importing and exporting documents, searching for documents, running productions, running analytics and email threading, document review and coding documents. Prepare for depositions by gathering and preparing documents relevant to the deponent, organizing exhibits and summarizing deposition transcripts.

Work with attorneys and legal secretaries in the preparation and filing of all court documents. Act as a liaison between various internal departments, as well as outside vendors. Oversee the progress of documents through litigation, order transcripts/medical records, etc. from third party entities and fulfill requests from outside counsel and others.

Prepare for and attend trials/arbitrations: Organize exhibits, files and all other supporting documents, coordinate trial set-up and logistics, and assist attorneys in the courtroom. Handle electronic presentation of exhibits.

Discovery: Organize documents, review, analyze and summarize discovery responses, and respond to discovery requests. Prepare document subpoenas to third parties. Possess strong analytical and technological skills.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Minimum of 4-6 years of litigation experience. Paralegal certificate from ABA approved school is required. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and litigation software applications including Casemap, Textmap, Relativity, Adobe Professional, and Sanction (or Trial Director). Superior attention to detail and organizational ability.

Familiarity with Worldox or similar document management system. Ability to work simultaneously on a variety of projects and work effectively under pressure. Adept at working independently or on a team in providing timely service to attorneys. Communicates effectively with attorneys and legal personnel at all levels.