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in Los Angeles, CA
Senior Paralegal
Verified Pay | $75,000.00 to $90,000.00 hourly |
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Hours | Full-time |
Location | Los Angeles, California |
About this job
* Candidates must complete assessments to be considered*
Lyfe Law, LLP is a rapidly growing Civil Litigation firm located throughout California with its headquarters in Southern California. We are currently seeking a Paralegal for our Southern California office to assist in our growing litigation caseload.
Duties/Responsibilities:
· Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
· Drafts legal documents including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures.
· Researches and analyzes statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to attorneys.
· Interviews clients and witnesses and prepares summaries of their statements.
· Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items.
· Assists attorneys with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings.
· Develops and maintains records regarding hours spent on specific cases.
· Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
· Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
· Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
· Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
· Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
· Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
· Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
· Bi-lingual in Spanish preferred
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies or related field preferred.
- Paralegal certificate preferred.
- The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of Personal Injury Litigation experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Travel requirement:
- No travel
Education:
- Bachelors Degree
- Paralegal Certificate Perferred
Experience:
- Litigation: 1 year (Required)
Language:
- Spanish (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Litigation experience required
BA in Paralegal Studies or related field preferred
Personal Injury experience perferred
Bi-lingual in Spanish preferred.
Compensation details: 75000-90000 Yearly Salary
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