Assistant Paralegal at Jobot
Sacramento, CA 95824
About the Job
Assistant Paralegal for premier Sacramento Defense Law Firm!
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Ally Storm
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button
and sending us your resume.
Salary: $75,000 - $82,000 per year
A bit about us:
Prominent Sacramento based Defense Law Firm is seeking an Assistant Paralegal to join their team immediately!
Why join us?
Job Details
Job Details:
Are you a dedicated and experienced paralegal who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic legal environment? We are actively seeking a Permanent Assistant Paralegal to join our esteemed legal firm. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a highly professional team, working on complex legal matters. The successful candidate will be instrumental in supporting our lead paralegal and attorneys in all aspects of case preparation and management, from inception through discovery to resolution.
Responsibilities:
As an Assistant Paralegal, you will be expected to:
1. Assist the lead paralegal in managing overall caseload, including maintaining case files, tracking deadlines, and ensuring all necessary documentation is readily accessible.
2. Review, analyze, and summarize a broad range of documents, including discovery responses and other legal materials.
3. Prepare and draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents for court proceedings under the supervision of our legal team.
4. Coordinate and correspond with clients, experts, and opposing counsel, ensuring all communications are handled professionally and promptly.
5. Conduct extensive legal research using tools such as LexisNexis, and provide comprehensive, accurate reports to support case development.
6. Assist in the preparation of subpoenas and manage the process of serving them.
7. Work on personal injury cases, gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and preparing case summaries.
8. Support the team in civil litigation cases, including assisting in trial preparation, document management, and other pre-trial tasks.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate for the Permanent Assistant Paralegal position should possess:
1. A California Paralegal Certificate.
2. A minimum of 2 years of experience as an Assistant Paralegal or Paralegal, preferably in civil litigation and personal injury law.
3. Proficiency in coding and summarizing complex legal documents.
4. Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
5. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail.
6. Proficiency in using legal research tools such as LexisNexis.
7. A proactive approach to problem-solving, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
8. A high level of professionalism and discretion when dealing with confidential information.
9. A commitment to maintaining high standards of client service and ethics.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced paralegal looking to take the next step in their career. If you have the required skills and are ready to make a significant impact in a leading legal firm, we would love to hear from you.
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button.
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Ally Storm
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button
and sending us your resume.
Salary: $75,000 - $82,000 per year
A bit about us:
Prominent Sacramento based Defense Law Firm is seeking an Assistant Paralegal to join their team immediately!
Why join us?
- Stable Company
- Competitive Compensation
- Medical Benefits
- Permanent/Full-time
- Paid Time Off
- 401K
Job Details
Job Details:
Are you a dedicated and experienced paralegal who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic legal environment? We are actively seeking a Permanent Assistant Paralegal to join our esteemed legal firm. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a highly professional team, working on complex legal matters. The successful candidate will be instrumental in supporting our lead paralegal and attorneys in all aspects of case preparation and management, from inception through discovery to resolution.
Responsibilities:
As an Assistant Paralegal, you will be expected to:
1. Assist the lead paralegal in managing overall caseload, including maintaining case files, tracking deadlines, and ensuring all necessary documentation is readily accessible.
2. Review, analyze, and summarize a broad range of documents, including discovery responses and other legal materials.
3. Prepare and draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents for court proceedings under the supervision of our legal team.
4. Coordinate and correspond with clients, experts, and opposing counsel, ensuring all communications are handled professionally and promptly.
5. Conduct extensive legal research using tools such as LexisNexis, and provide comprehensive, accurate reports to support case development.
6. Assist in the preparation of subpoenas and manage the process of serving them.
7. Work on personal injury cases, gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and preparing case summaries.
8. Support the team in civil litigation cases, including assisting in trial preparation, document management, and other pre-trial tasks.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate for the Permanent Assistant Paralegal position should possess:
1. A California Paralegal Certificate.
2. A minimum of 2 years of experience as an Assistant Paralegal or Paralegal, preferably in civil litigation and personal injury law.
3. Proficiency in coding and summarizing complex legal documents.
4. Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
5. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail.
6. Proficiency in using legal research tools such as LexisNexis.
7. A proactive approach to problem-solving, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
8. A high level of professionalism and discretion when dealing with confidential information.
9. A commitment to maintaining high standards of client service and ethics.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced paralegal looking to take the next step in their career. If you have the required skills and are ready to make a significant impact in a leading legal firm, we would love to hear from you.
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button.
Salary
75,000 - 82,000 /year