Meagher + Geer, PLLP · 16 hours ago
Litigation Paralegal (Hybrid)
Long Beach, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$75K/yr - $90K/yr
5+ years expMeagher + Geer, PLLP is a law firm seeking a Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys throughout the litigation process. The role involves managing case files, conducting legal research, and assisting with trial preparations while ensuring compliance with court rules and deadlines.
Consulting
Responsibilities
Assist attorneys with the preparation, filing, and service of legal documents, in collaboration with the attorney’s Legal Administrative Assistant, in state and federal courts, ensuring strict compliance with court rules and deadlines
Manage all phases of discovery, including the collection, review, and production of documents, and coordinate with clients and opposing counsel
Conduct legal research, cite-checking, and summarize case law, statutes, and other legal materials as requested
Prepare pleadings, motions, subpoenas, discovery requests and responses, and correspondence
Organize, maintain, and update case files and trial binders, both electronic and physical, using document management systems
Assist with trial preparation, including creation of trial exhibits, witness lists, and trial notebooks, and provide on-site support during trial as needed
Coordinate and schedule depositions, hearings, meetings, and court appearances
Monitor case deadlines
Proofread and edit documents for accuracy, grammar, and style consistency
Communicate effectively with clients, experts, vendors, and court personnel
Qualification
Required
Minimum 5 years' experience as a paralegal in a litigation environment
Comprehensive knowledge of California state and federal litigation laws and processes is required
High school diploma or equivalent required; additional paralegal certification or associate's/bachelor's degree preferred
Demonstrated experience with electronic court filings with state and federal courts, including ECF/PACER systems
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)
Exceptional proofreading, grammar, and writing skills
Strong organizational and time management skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
Self-motivated, resourceful, and able to work both independently and as part of a team
Preferred
Experience using iManage or similar electronic document management systems
Experience with Relativity
Trial experience
Familiarity with Insurance Coverage and Insurance Defense practice groups
Experience with commercial litigation matters
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
401(k) retirement plan
Remote/hybrid options available
Company
Meagher + Geer, PLLP
Meagher + Geer offers 85 lawyers practicing in more than 20 practice areas.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Barbara Zurek
Attorney-Partner
Bradley Jones
Former Partner at Meagher & Geer PLLP (1986-2022)
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