Orion Placement ยท 1 month ago
Paralegal - Plaintiff-Side Class Action Litigation
Glendale, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$30/hr - $40/hr
3+ years expOrion Placement is a rapidly growing plaintiff-side law firm known for its sophisticated class action practice and commitment to protecting workers' rights. The firm is seeking an experienced litigation paralegal to support attorneys on complex wage-and-hour and employment class actions in state and federal courts, handling a variety of substantive tasks including drafting legal documents and conducting research.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Support attorneys on wage-and-hour, employment, and consumer class and representative actions in California state and federal courts
Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, affidavits, and related litigation documents in accordance with court rules and procedures
Conduct legal research on statutes, regulations, case law, and secondary sources and provide written summaries or analysis to attorneys
Interview clients and witnesses, gather facts, and prepare clear, organized summaries of statements and evidence
Prepare, organize, store, and retrieve case files, including evidence, exhibits, deposition transcripts, and pleadings
Assist with discovery and case management, including document review, organization, and database entry and cross-referencing
Help attorneys with trial preparation, including exhibit lists, witness lists, trial binders, and may attend hearings, mediations, or trials as needed
Track and record billable time accurately and maintain detailed records for assigned matters
Coordinate and assist with special projects and high-priority litigation tasks as requested by attorneys
Qualification
Required
Minimum 3+ years of experience as a litigation paralegal, preferably in employment, wage-and-hour, or class action matters
Strong understanding of legal terminology, court procedures, pleadings, and discovery in state and federal courts
Demonstrated experience drafting litigation documents and managing discovery and case files
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail and organization
Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines in a high-paced, sometimes high-pressure environment
High level of professionalism, discretion, and maturity when dealing with confidential information and clients
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and comfort working in litigation support or case management software
Preferred
Bachelors degree and/or paralegal studies certification preferred
Benefits
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Company
Orion Placement
As a nimble and technology-driven boutique recruiting firm, we are adept at adapting swiftly for success.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Justin Sofman
Co-Founder
Jon Missirlian
Founder
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