Position Overview: If you possess a strong work ethic, exceptional organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and want to work in the growing California defense litigation practice group as a paralegal, this may be the opportunity for you! Must be located in California. Job Requirements: • A minimum of 3 years of civil defense litigation experience, preferably in product liability, mass tort, personal injury defense, employment defense, and/or an insurance defense litigation practice area • Previous experience should include experience with calendaring, docketing, interfacing with court personnel, opposing counsel, clients and vendors, drafting basic pleadings and legal correspondence • Computer skills: Has basic knowledge of computer operation, internet software, spreadsheet software and word processing software; the use of Microsoft products is preferred. Has the ability to type and operate office equipment. • Be self-motivated and a self-starter • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines effectively • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact professionally with clients, court personnel, opposing counsel, and internal team members • Detail-oriented with a keen eye for accuracy, proofreading, and editing legal documents for consistency and completeness • Proactive and self-motivated with a demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment • Willingness to undertake additional tasks as requested by the attorneys, contributing to the overall success of the team • Associate degree or Bachelor’s degree a plus, but not required • Certified or Registered Paralegals are strongly encouraged to apply Job Responsibilities: • Maintain effective communication with attorneys, clients, courts, counsel, and other relevant parties • Support attorneys by performing various administrative duties, such as maintaining calendars, managing hearings and deadlines, organizing case files, and coordinating logistics • Support attorneys by e-filing documents in state or federal court as needed • Expertly organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices for efficient reference and retrieval (we use Clio) • Act as a liaison between trial teams and internal/external third parties, including experts and vendors, ensuring effective collaboration and information exchange • Track case progress, deadlines, and client information efficiently • Draft basic pleadings such as EOAs, Notices, Motions, discovery, under the supervision of the attorneys • Prepare responses to discovery requests as needed • Assist with mediation or trial preparation, as needed • Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and document management systems; experience with Clio a plus What We Offer: • Hourly rate depending on depth and years of experience ($30-45/hour) • Annual performance reviews with potential for sizeable increase in salary • Hybrid work environment • Flexible work hours • Medical Insurance – Currently provided by Cigna Healthcare with multiple insurance plans to choose from based on your needs – partially paid for by Firm for the employee; All outpatient mental health services are free of charge with no copays • Optional Dental & Vision Insurance • Optional Voluntary Life and Disability Insurance • Optional Voluntary Accident Insurance • Optional Critical Illness Insurance • Optional Cancer Insurance • Optional Hospitalization Insurance • Optional Health Savings Account • Optional Flexible Spending Account • 401k after one calendar year of employment • Paid time off (PTO) to support your overall well-being