Litigation Case Clerk

Farella Braun + Martel LLP • San Francisco, CA

2d • $65,000 - $68,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Litigation Case Clerks support the delivery of quality legal services to clients by performing clerical and technical tasks that require accuracy, attention to detail, strong organizational skills, strong written and verbal communication skills, and computer proficiency. Assists attorneys and Senior Paralegals in all aspects of litigation, focusing primarily on the organization and indexing of case materials. This position works closely with the client and with Farella associate attorneys.
This position is based in San Francisco, CA but is a flexible hybrid position working in-person and remotely. Expectation is working at least 3 days in the office initially.

Requirements

• Prior office experience is required. Prior legal experience is helpful, but not required.
• Bachelor’s Degree required. A certificate from an ABA-approved Paralegal training program shows a commitment to the profession but is not required.
• Ability to become familiar with the procedures, terminology and documents relating to complex litigation matters.
• Strong organizational skills, client service skills, interpersonal skills, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office software (Word, Outlook, Excel) and pdfs.
• Ability to become proficient in the use of Westlaw and code-based retrieval systems.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to identify and index case-related documents.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment and to work proactively.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment; ability to coordinate multiple tasks concurrently.

Responsibilities

• Assists administrative staff in opening new matters.
• Works with client counsel to gather documents in response to records requests.
• Assists in preparation of document productions including redaction and numbering of documents to be produced.
• Transmits materials to and from clients, co-counsel, expert witnesses via email and large- file-sharing programs.
• Organizes documents chronologically or by topic in preparation for depositions, trials, hearings, arbitrations and mediations.
• Prepares document indices. Indexes privileged and confidential documents for analysis or privilege log. Indexes issues and hearing binders.
• Drafts form discovery. Compiles discovery in virtual or physical issue binders. Compiles and indexes deposition exhibits in binders.
• Coordinates printing, copy and scanning projects, and compares copied documents to originals to ensure accuracy and quality of copies.
• Searches for defined information using databases, deposition and document searching software.
• Identifies evidence for key issues using manual or computer assisted methods. Identifies relevant social media.
• Reviews files and obtains documents from court, public agencies, etc.
• Uses electronic research tools and library resources to locate cases, statutes and legal authorities and compiles these materials into binders.
• Assists in the organization of case materials and exhibits for trials, hearings, arbitrations and mediations. Maintains physical and virtual case files with the Records department.
• Compiles matter metrics used in reports to clients.
• As Case Clerks gain experience and develop a greater understanding of litigation, attorneys, Senior Paralegals and Paralegals may delegate more advanced tasks, supervising the Case Clerks in projects regarding factual research and investigation, discovery, trial preparation, and post-trial activities. May attend trial - takes notes and assists in coordinating exhibits and timing.

Benefits

• Farella provides competitive salary and excellent benefits including comprehensive, medical, dental, vision, generous PTO, educational reimbursement and charitable contribution matching.
• The annual base compensation range for this California position is expected to be between $65,000 and $68,000. Placement within the salary range depends upon a number of factors including years of experience and professional skills required for this role. Additional compensation may include a discretionary bonus, health and welfare benefits, PTO, leave, paid holidays and retirement plan benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees