Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Litigation Paralegal
Location: Irvine, CA 92614
Salary/Payrate: $90K-$110K, bonus and AWESOME benefits!!!
Work Environment: Hybrid (2 days WFH after ramp up)
Term: Permanent / Fulltime
Bachelor’s degree required: No
Referral Fee: AMS will pay $1,000 should the person you refer gets hired
JOB DESCRIPTION #LI-BK2
The Senior Paralegal role provides administrative and other assistance to the legal team.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES of this role include, but are not limited to:
- Assist attorneys throughout all stages of litigation, from initial case assessment through trial and appeal;
- Organize, manage, and maintain case files (electronic and physical) to ensure timely access and compliance with court and firm procedures;
- Coordinate and track discovery – including drafting and managing discovery requests and responses, collecting, reviewing, and producing documents, and maintaining discovery logs;
- Conduct factual research and assist in organizing information to support case preparation;
- Prepare, review, and maintain deposition summaries, witness files, exhibit lists, and trial notebooks;
- Assist with drafting, proofreading, and cite-checking legal documents including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, and correspondence;
- Monitor, track, and maintain litigation calendars, including court deadlines, hearings, depositions, and other key dates;
- File and retrieve court documents using state and federal e-filing systems and circulate to attorneys;
- Coordinate with attorneys, clients, courts, experts, and vendors to facilitate case progress;
- Provide logistical and on-site support for hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials as needed;
- General legal and administrative assistance when required.
KEY COMPETENCIES:
Comprehensive understanding of:
- Litigation processes, discovery rules, and court procedures in state and federal courts (PACER);
- Federal electronic filing systems and litigation support platforms;
- Firm policies, procedures, and workflows;
- Maintains confidentiality;
- Establishes and maintains interpersonal relationships and promotes a positive work environment;
- Methodical approach to work with a strong focus on teamwork, organizational ability, communication, accuracy, and pride in the quality of work.