Litigation Paralegal

This is a full-time hybrid role for a Litigation Paralegal, based in Walnut Creek, CA, with the option for some remote work. The Litigation Paralegal will be responsible for supporting attorneys through tasks such as preparing and reviewing legal documents, conducting legal research, and assisting in the drafting of pleadings and motions. The role requires meticulous attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and collaboration with the legal team to ensure efficient case management.

• Prepare attorneys' correspondence and other legal documents as requested
• Schedule and organize complex activities such as expert meetings, inspections and trial witnesses
• Organize and prioritize large volumes of email
• Respond to requests for information
• Prepare general correspondence, memos, charts, tables, graphs, business plans, etc., proofread copy for spelling and grammar, making appropriate changes
• Work harmoniously in a team environment and foster team spirit
• Share information and expertise readily with staff members at all levels
• Prepare records, review and prepare exhibits, analyze medical records, and trial preparation
• Contact outside sources (government agencies, etc.) to obtain public information and review and analyze the same
• Search and retrieve information from court-related databases as well as other online sources of case information
• Prepare summary of pertinent transcripts
• Assemble chronologies of pertinent facts and key documents
• Review, analyze and organize document productions by opposing parties and co-defendants
• Determine, prepare, and organize materials needed for expert witness review
• Conduct investigative research on opposing parties and expert witnesses
• Manage documents and organize case files

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, vendor portals, legal researh programs, litigation software, andtimekeeping software
• Strong Legal Research skills for case support and analysis
• Experience with preparing and organizing Pleadings and Motions
• Strong organizational and communication skills to effectively support attorneys
• Proactive and detail-oriented with the ability to manage competing deadlines
• Associate’s degree or higher in Paralegal Studies or a related field; paralegal certification preferred
• Prior experience in litigation support within a legal or law firm setting is highly advantageous