Complex Litigation Paralegal

Paralegal | Complex Litigation | Mid-Size Law Firm | Campbell, CA (Silicon Valley) Our prestigious mid-size litigation law firm client is seeking an enthusiastic, motivated, and experienced paralegal with 5 plus years of complex litigation experience for their  Campbell, CA office.  These paralegals will partner with attorneys to help manage all aspects of the litigation process, including pleadings, discovery, trial, post-trial, and appeal. The firm has a friendly and collaborative work environment and offers a two day per week remote work option for added flexibility.  Our client is offering a competitive salary and benefit package.

Please send your resume to Shay Force, Director: [email protected]

Responsibilities:
  • Assist with preparation of pleadings and discovery in federal and state court matters and arbitration proceedings.
  • Analyze, review, and organize documents from data from materials produced during discovery; and prepare/coordinate document production and responses to discovery requests.
  • Trial and arbitration preparation; preparation and management of trial exhibits and other trial related assistance.
  • Prepare initial drafts of routine filings and discovery documents.
  • Conducting legal research, including but not limited to Westlaw and Pacer research.
  • Document discovery and factual research and analysis.
  • Cite checking and assistance with motion preparation.
  • Document drafting, filing, and coordinating production.
  • Gather, prepare, and index documents, and draft pleadings and affidavits.
  • Familiarity with, understanding of, and ability to work with attorneys on litigation matters.
  • Maintaining files and file indexes.
  • Complete special projects as assigned.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Requirements (Required):
  • Attention to detail, self-motivation, dedication, accurate, and conscientious.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work on several projects concurrently, multi-task, and meet deadlines.
  • Proficiency in relevant technology, including:
  • Filing systems: PACER, Illinois eFile, etc.
  • Legal research: Westlaw, LexisNexis, etc.
  • E-discovery platforms: Relativity
  • File management tools: iManage
  • Docketing and case monitoring tools
  • Office Applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
Other Skills and Abilities:

The following will also be required of the successful candidate:

  • Excellent writing skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Good judgment
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
  • A self-starter who desires to show ownership and commitment to the job
  • Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion.
Supervisory Responsibility: N/A
Work Hours: 9-5 Hybrid
Travel Requirements: N/A

To apply for this job email your details to shay@esquire-recruiting.com