Paralegal

Job Description

Beyers Costin Simon, a well-established Santa Rosa law firm specializing in real estate and business matters. We are seeking an experienced litigation and/or transactional paralegal to join our collaborative and professional team.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced paralegal looking for a stable, long-term position in a supportive firm with a diverse and interesting practice.

• Exhibits dependability, professionalism, and friendliness
• Exhibits very strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Works well both independently and as part of a team
• Demonstrates excellent written and oral communication skills
• Can manage multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently
• Demonstrates proficiency with common legal software and tools, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel & Outlook), Adobe Acrobat Professional, Lexis-Nexis, CAR Forms, e-filing procedures and automated calendaring systems
• Is comfortable billing time and tracking work accurately

• Maintain and organize case files, calendars, deadlines and databases
• Manage attorney calendars, including court appearances, meetings, and deadlines
• Draft legal documents, including pleadings, discovery and transactional documents
• File court documents with a working knowledge of current court processes
• Prepare correspondence and written reports
• Assist in compiling, organizing and summarizing documents for production
• Coordinate and summarize depositions
• Conduct legal research using Lexis Nexis
• Support attorneys with all aspects of trial preparation, including evidence and exhibit compilation, witness interviews, subpoenas, jury instructions and courtroom logistics

We are looking for someone with at least 3 years litigation, transactional or estate planning experience.

This is a full-time, permanent position (40 hours per week) with excellent benefits, including 401k, medical/dental/vision and potential pay bonuses. Pay Scale: $35-$50/hour based on skill and experience.

Please send your resume with a cover letter and a list of local work references.