Paralegal

Job Description

Paralegal | Shegerian Conniff LLP

The Tone:
This is a role at Shegerian Conniff LLP, a growing plaintiff-side employment law firm dedicated to advocating for employees. This position is crucial for supporting attorneys in all phases of litigation, contributing to the firm’s mission of achieving exceptional results for clients who have experienced discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or other workplace injustices. This role offers the opportunity to work on meaningful cases while collaborating with a committed team.

The TL;DR
• Role: Experienced
• Team: Litigation Team, reports to Attorneys
• Mission: Owns supporting attorneys through all phases of litigation to achieve exceptional outcomes for clients who have experienced workplace injustices.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, legal case management software

What You’ll Actually Do
• Caseload Management: Manage a litigation caseload from its inception through resolution, ensuring all aspects are progressing efficiently.
• Document Drafting: Draft and proofread various legal documents, including pleadings, discovery, motions, subpoenas, and mediation briefs.
• Discovery Coordination: Prepare and respond to written discovery requests, such as interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission.
• Court Filings: Coordinate and prepare filings in California state and federal courts, utilizing electronic filing systems to meet deadlines.
• Trial Preparation: Assist attorneys with comprehensive trial preparation, including organizing exhibit binders, witness files, and trial notebooks.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program or equivalent experience, with comprehensive knowledge of California state and federal court procedures, filing requirements, and litigation deadlines.
• Experience: Proven experience drafting discovery, pleadings, and litigation documents, with a track record of supporting attorneys throughout all phases of litigation.
• Skills: Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities; strong written and verbal communication skills; proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and legal case management software.
• Bonus: Ability to work independently while effectively managing multiple active cases, demonstrating a high level of professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to client confidentiality.