Litigation Paralegal Job at The Fountain Group, Folsom, CA

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  • The Fountain Group
  • Folsom, CA

Job Description

Pay: $28.58/hr.

Onsite, normal business hours Monday through Friday at Client Office in Folsom, CA.

Job Title: Paralegal I - Litigation

Duties:

Provides paralegal support and advance paralegal support services to AAA NCNU attorneys defending insureds involved in litigation.

Providing paralegal support services to AAA NCNU attorneys litigating subrogation matters for AAA NCNU.

Legal file review and initial drafting of legal documents, such as discovery responses, trial documents, jury instructions, motions and other pleadings. Responsible for calculating statutory deadlines and completing assignments in compliance with same.

Legal research via electronic resources (WestLaw) and in law libraries on variety of legal issues involving civil procedure, personal injury, and subrogation.

Conducts insured client interviews for discovery purposes. Assists attorney with preparation of evidence and works with retained experts for trial, arbitration, and mediation readiness.

Responsible for administrative matters such as law library updates, and follow-up on subpoenas. Responsible for compliance with mandatory continuing legal education rules.

Duties may require the following physical activity: lifting and carrying boxes weighing 20 pounds, bending and kneeling to retrieve and replace files. Approximately 50 to 80% of the time spent on the job involves the use of a personal computer. Some out-of-office travel may be required

Required:

  • Strong PC skills and demonstrated knowledge of legal software applications and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Strong written skills needed to compose legal documents
  • Ability to handle and respond to sensitive and confidential information
  • Strong analytical, verbal communication and organizational skills
  • Advanced knowledge of the law, which includes understanding legal concepts, terminology, principles and legal procedures
  • Understand legal and professional ethics
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a litigation team
  • 4+ years previous experience as a paralegal
  • Certification(s) and/or licensure(s) in functional area.
  • Paralegal certification per CA Business & Professions Code Section 6450-6456 or as required by statute in other states as applicable
  • Complete and stay current with Paralegal Continuing Education requirements.
  • Notary license preferred

Job Tags

Work at office, Monday to Friday,

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