Litigation Paralegal - Swyft Staffing

Primary Responsibilities

Drafting correspondence and legal documents for the attorney's signature
Drafting proposed orders and decrees for the signature of judges and magistrates.
Processes, tags, indexes, and organizes voluminous discovery, including documents, electronic communications, and audio and video recordings.
Requires sound working knowledge of federal and state court systems, legal research procedures, legal research resources, and e-filing in both state and federal courts.
Thorough knowledge of legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw.
Proficient in Microsoft Office software programs (i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook, MS Access, or other databases), Word Perfect, and Adobe Acrobat Professional or similar applications.
Drafts interrogatories and other discovery as well as complex pleadings, discovery motions, and orders for attorney review and approval.
Prepare experts/other witnesses and any other necessary pre-trial and/or trial activities.
Summarizes and/or indexes depositions, and on completion of discovery, summarizes and indexes all material.
Drafts jury instructions. Drafts and issues necessary subpoenas.
Contacts parties and witnesses concerning trial dates and coordinate with the attorney their appearance and testimony.
Coordinates any necessary interviews; meets with clients and/or witnesses as necessary to ensure proper case development.
Arranges for necessary medical and expert witnesses and coordinate their time.
Excellent interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent judgment; able to handle multiple projects and set priorities.
Attention to detail, Precision, Goal Oriented
General knowledge of procedures, calendaring, and deadlines
Responsiveness with Deliverables on time and excellent follow-up
Self-starter, independent, requires little or no supervision

Skills And Abilities

Attendance and Punctuality: Be consistently at work and on time; arrive at meetings and appointments on time; ensure work responsibilities are covered when absent.
Dependability: Follow instructions; complete tasks on time; commit to the hours necessary to complete assignments; work independently.
Professionalism: Approach others in a tactful manner; treat others with respect; react well under pressure.
Team Work: Contribute to building a positive team spirit; support everyone's efforts to succeed.
Technical Skills: Possess advanced PC skills; Ability to use phone system, copier, scanner, fax, and printer.

Requirements

Paralegal Certificate in the State of California
Minimum of five (5) years experience as a Litigation Paralegal