Paralegal
Status:Full-time 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Pay Range:$30.00 – $36.00 per hour
Location:San Francisco and Walnut Creek, CA
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The opportunity:
We are seeking an experienced Paralegal to join San Francisco/Walnut Creek office. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with attorneys on all phases of litigation, from case preparation through trial, while contributing to a collaborative environment.
Paralegal responsibilities include:
• Preparing legal documents, including appeals, complaints, discovery requests, motions, briefs, pretrial agreements, subpoenas, and summonses.
• Responding to discovery requests, propounding discovery, and working with eDiscovery platforms.
• Reviewing and summarizing complex claims files, depositions, and documents.
• Assisting lawyers with preparation for arbitration, depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Managing case files, documents, exhibits, and evidence.
• Assisting with insurance coverage related tasks, such as exposure models and policy review.
• Liaising with clients, court personnel, attorneys, and administrative staff.
The successful candidate will also have:
• Superb research, writing, and analytical skills
• Strong attention to detail and pride and ownership in their work product
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet court deadlines
• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively within a team
Qualifications
• Bachelor's Degree and/or Paralegal Certificate
• 4 to 5+ years of experience as a paralegal
• Experience drafting, cite-checking, and correcting legal briefs
• Working knowledge of case management software and Microsoft Office 365
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skillsJoin Us.
PrideStaff Company Overview
PrideStaff is dedicated to helping you succeed! Our team of consultants provides valuable employment market insights and resources to support you on your career journey. We have assisted tens of thousands of individuals in finding exceptional career growth opportunities over the years. At PrideStaff, we prioritize building relationships and advocating for you with our network of employers nationwide. Our recruiters are committed to guiding you with career tools and resources.Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to): $30.00 - $36.00legal document preparation, legal research, litigation support, legal writing, case management software, ediscovery platforms, citing and checking, discovery response, insurance policy review, deposition preparation, trial preparation, file management, client liaison, analytical skills, attention to detail, Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary, Legal Administrative Assistant, Law Clerk, Associate Attorney, Legal Associate, Paralegal & Clerk & Project Manager, Assistant Paralegal I, Legal Intern, Litigation Associate
