Job Description
Job Description
LHH has partnered with a great law firm looking for a skilled and proactive Paralegal to join their legal team in Emeryville. This role is ideal for a legal professional with experience supporting litigation in both State and Federal courts, and who thrives in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment.
Key Responsibilities
As a Paralegal, you will be instrumental in supporting attorneys throughout the litigation process. Your duties will include:
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Drafting legal correspondence, pleadings, discovery documents, and formatting briefs with Tables of Contents and Authorities.
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Filing and serving legal documents in State and Federal courts, including electronic filing.
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Conducting legal research using Westlaw and online resources, including citation verification and analysis of court rules, procedures, and judicial profiles.
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Assisting attorneys in preparing for depositions, hearings, trials, arbitrations, and mediations by organizing documents, assembling binders, and locating case materials.
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Managing the discovery process, including reviewing document productions, indexing, redacting, and applying Bates stamps.
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Maintaining team calendars, tracking deadlines, meetings, and tasks, and managing case databases with court details and contact information.
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Coordinating team meetings, preparing agendas, and documenting updates.
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Communicating professionally with clients, vendors, and third parties.
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Arranging travel and logistics for the legal team.
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Providing support to other administrative staff as needed.
Qualifications & Skills
To be successful in this role, you should bring:
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At least 3 years of experience in a legal support role, with exposure to both State and Federal court systems.
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Strong understanding of litigation procedures and court rules across jurisdictions.
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Excellent organizational and communication skills, with a keen eye for detail.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced setting.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
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Familiarity with legal platforms such as Westlaw, SharePoint, Relativity, and CaseFleet is a plus.
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A paralegal certificate is preferred but not required.
Job Details
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Direct hire
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Hybrid, 3 days in office, 2 remote
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Mon - Fri
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Salary: $80,000 - $90,000
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Location: Emeryville, CA
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This posting is a representative sample of the types of roles we typically place with our clients. Depending on the specific client, location, and role, the salary range is estimated to be $80,000 to $90,000 and benefits may include medical, dental, vision, and 401k plans.
Pay Details: $80,000.00 to $90,000.00 per year
Search managed by: Deavonnie Spadoni
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