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Posted : Wednesday, January 31, 2024 07:50 PM
An established San Mateo law firm is currently seeking a Civil Litigation Paralegal to independently oversee the day-to-day file handling.
Supports the attorneys in file handling, discovery, calendaring and scheduling.
This is a permanent, full-time hybrid position.
The Civil Litigation Paralegal participates in the firm’s overall mission by providing top quality, cost effective legal services.
The ideal candidate is a person who can work independently, meet deadlines, and make our customer experience a great one.
Founded in 1953, McDowall Cotter is a San Mateo based law firm that provides a common-sense approach to legal services in the practice areas of civil litigation, and business and wealth preservation.
The setting is a professional office in San Mateo on the Foster City border where highway 92 and El Camino Real meet.
We value company culture and have many firm activities including regular firm lunches together to make the work environment professional, yet comfortable.
Ideal Candidate: * Charismatic, trustworthy, team player and pro-active * Mature, responsible and someone who values personal growth * Able to take the big picture view and contribute to positive situation outcomes * Attentive to all details, common sense approach and need little supervision * Able to handle the pressure Essential duties and responsibilities * Billing of time * Prepare and file Case Management Statements * Discovery (thorough understanding of California Discovery Statutes, time limits on service of various discovery items and responses.
1) Preparation of Requests for Admissions 2) Prepare Form Interrogatories 3) Prepare Special Interrogatories 4) Prepare Demand for Inspection 5) Prepare Notice of Depositions - Schedule - Arrange for court reporter - Arrange for interpreter when needed 6) Subpoena of records (medical, employment, financial) 7) Review, Index and Analysis of Discovery received including: - depositions - medical records, employment records, financial records - interrogatory responses, document production, request for admissions 8) Preparing responses to discovery.
- Meeting with clients to obtain information - Preparing verifications - Finalize discovery responses - Proper service of responses - Notify clients of depositions 9) Expert Witness Discovery - Assist in locating experts - Steps to retain witness - Provide appropriate information to expert - Prepare Demand for Expert Witness - Prepare Disclosure of Expert witness - Notice and where appropriate Subpoena of Experts 10) Law and Motion - Understand time deadlines, how to get matters filed and proofs of service - Perform initial drafting of motions - Monitor Tentative ruling 11) Trial (knowledge of trial process from expert discovery through trial) - Prepare Jury Instructions - Brief Statement of the Case - Motions in Limine - Subpoena of Witnesses - Notify our witnesses - Coordinate witnesses for trial - Prepare trial binders - Prepare witness binders - Coordinate any third-party vendors needed for trial 12) Post-trial; Prepare Memorandum of Costs.
Qualifications: * Education: Certification or degree in paralegal or legal studies from an accredited degree program.
* Knowledge and Understanding of Discovery (California Discovery Statutes) * Experience: 2 - 5 years as a paralegal (those with significant experience as legal secretaries are encouraged to apply) Skill/Aptitudes: * Proficient computing skills especially in the use of MS Office software (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, Teams, and Planner.
) * Proficient in using Clio Manage, Clio Grow, Gavel or other Case Management Software.
* Proficient in using Acrobat * Proficient in using legal billing software (familiarity with litigation insurance billing codes a plus) * Proficient in using programs for Judicial Council Forms (such as HotDocs or Lexis automated forms) and software or Lexis automated forms for CACI Jury Instructions.
* Proficient in using Electronic Filing in State and Federal Courts Physical Requirements: * Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Compensation: 35.
00 - 45.
00/hr DOE Competitive compensation will be based on experience and is expected to be at the $72,800 – $93,600 per annum level with the potential for additional compensation for billed hours in excess of 1,350 hours.
Benefits include 401k plus match, profit sharing pension plan, medical benefits, supplemental dental, vision, life and disability, vacation, sick leave, and reimbursement for continuing education.
We believe in providing our employees with first-class benefits.
We are committed to creating a diverse environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $72,800.
00 - $93,600.
00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Disability insurance * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Referral program * Vision insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday Ability to Relocate: * San Mateo, CA 94403: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in San Mateo, CA 94403
Supports the attorneys in file handling, discovery, calendaring and scheduling.
This is a permanent, full-time hybrid position.
The Civil Litigation Paralegal participates in the firm’s overall mission by providing top quality, cost effective legal services.
The ideal candidate is a person who can work independently, meet deadlines, and make our customer experience a great one.
Founded in 1953, McDowall Cotter is a San Mateo based law firm that provides a common-sense approach to legal services in the practice areas of civil litigation, and business and wealth preservation.
The setting is a professional office in San Mateo on the Foster City border where highway 92 and El Camino Real meet.
We value company culture and have many firm activities including regular firm lunches together to make the work environment professional, yet comfortable.
Ideal Candidate: * Charismatic, trustworthy, team player and pro-active * Mature, responsible and someone who values personal growth * Able to take the big picture view and contribute to positive situation outcomes * Attentive to all details, common sense approach and need little supervision * Able to handle the pressure Essential duties and responsibilities * Billing of time * Prepare and file Case Management Statements * Discovery (thorough understanding of California Discovery Statutes, time limits on service of various discovery items and responses.
1) Preparation of Requests for Admissions 2) Prepare Form Interrogatories 3) Prepare Special Interrogatories 4) Prepare Demand for Inspection 5) Prepare Notice of Depositions - Schedule - Arrange for court reporter - Arrange for interpreter when needed 6) Subpoena of records (medical, employment, financial) 7) Review, Index and Analysis of Discovery received including: - depositions - medical records, employment records, financial records - interrogatory responses, document production, request for admissions 8) Preparing responses to discovery.
- Meeting with clients to obtain information - Preparing verifications - Finalize discovery responses - Proper service of responses - Notify clients of depositions 9) Expert Witness Discovery - Assist in locating experts - Steps to retain witness - Provide appropriate information to expert - Prepare Demand for Expert Witness - Prepare Disclosure of Expert witness - Notice and where appropriate Subpoena of Experts 10) Law and Motion - Understand time deadlines, how to get matters filed and proofs of service - Perform initial drafting of motions - Monitor Tentative ruling 11) Trial (knowledge of trial process from expert discovery through trial) - Prepare Jury Instructions - Brief Statement of the Case - Motions in Limine - Subpoena of Witnesses - Notify our witnesses - Coordinate witnesses for trial - Prepare trial binders - Prepare witness binders - Coordinate any third-party vendors needed for trial 12) Post-trial; Prepare Memorandum of Costs.
Qualifications: * Education: Certification or degree in paralegal or legal studies from an accredited degree program.
* Knowledge and Understanding of Discovery (California Discovery Statutes) * Experience: 2 - 5 years as a paralegal (those with significant experience as legal secretaries are encouraged to apply) Skill/Aptitudes: * Proficient computing skills especially in the use of MS Office software (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, Teams, and Planner.
) * Proficient in using Clio Manage, Clio Grow, Gavel or other Case Management Software.
* Proficient in using Acrobat * Proficient in using legal billing software (familiarity with litigation insurance billing codes a plus) * Proficient in using programs for Judicial Council Forms (such as HotDocs or Lexis automated forms) and software or Lexis automated forms for CACI Jury Instructions.
* Proficient in using Electronic Filing in State and Federal Courts Physical Requirements: * Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Compensation: 35.
00 - 45.
00/hr DOE Competitive compensation will be based on experience and is expected to be at the $72,800 – $93,600 per annum level with the potential for additional compensation for billed hours in excess of 1,350 hours.
Benefits include 401k plus match, profit sharing pension plan, medical benefits, supplemental dental, vision, life and disability, vacation, sick leave, and reimbursement for continuing education.
We believe in providing our employees with first-class benefits.
We are committed to creating a diverse environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $72,800.
00 - $93,600.
00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Disability insurance * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Referral program * Vision insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday Ability to Relocate: * San Mateo, CA 94403: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in San Mateo, CA 94403
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• Location : 2070 Pioneer Court, San Mateo, CA
• Post ID: 9148178313
