Litigation Paralegal/Legal Assistant

POSITION

This is a full-time litigation paralegal / legal assistant position in a plaintiff-side employment class action firm. We are a growing firm that works very efficiently in a team first environment.

You will be responsible for the following tasks:

Litigation

• Preparing stipulations, CMC statements, status reports, etc. in state and federal court.
• Calendaring litigation and service dates and deadlines based on applicable state, federal, and/or local rules for the particular case.
• Preparing first drafts of motions and other filings based on existing templates (i.e., adding pertinent facts from specific case into form document).
• Preparing first drafts of discovery requests and responses, based on existing forms and templates.
• Finalizing complaints and motions in Word and Adobe and then e-filing them through One Legal and calendaring all of the dates.
• Coordinating service of filings and complaints with our process servers and making sure everything is on track and organized (e.g. case was served, dates are calendars, proof filed, etc.).
• Following up with attorneys to stay on top of deadlines

Document Management and Organization

• Reviewing and organizing documents received in discovery or in advance of mediation and ensuring all documents have been properly provided; following up as necessary with internal and external contacts such as experts and attorneys.

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree and at least two years of experience in a litigation law firm is required for the position. Experience with Code of Civil Procedure calendaring rules and e-filing/service requirements is required.

Our firm works efficiently and uses modern software and automations to stay organized with our case load.

This is an in office position at our office in Mission Valley.

Fluency in Spanish and/or experience with employment litigation or class action litigation might be helpful but is not required.

Software used: Adobe, Word, Excel, Pipedrive CRM, Google Drive, Google Workspace, Telephone, Email,

PAY & HOURS

The position is hourly and 40 hours per week. Office hours are 8:30 to 5:00 with lunch. Benefits include PTO, eligibility for firm 401(k) retirement plan, dental, and health insurance options.

HOW TO APPLY

You may apply with a resume and cover email highlighting your experience. Thank you for considering joining our law firm.

ABOUT FERRARO VEGA

https://ferrarovega.com/about-our-firm/

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 - $37.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Travel requirement:

• No travel

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• San Diego, CA 92108 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30 - $38