Litigation Paralegal

Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough • San Diego, CA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Nelson Mullins is seeking a litigation paralegal in our San Diego office to assist attorneys representing leading automotive and medical device manufacturers in a range of matters pending in State and Federal courts throughout California. A Day in the Life Performing a broad range of substantive paralegal tasks, this role involves working directly with attorneys on litigation related to medical devices, pharmaceuticals, automobiles, industrial machinery, and construction equipment.

Requirements

• At least 4 years of litigation experience in a law firm
• Case preparation from beginning to end
• Understanding of a paralegal’s role in the litigation life cycle
• Well-developed critical thinking and organizational skills
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Strong sense of accountability
• Ownership over projects and responsibilities
• Proactive approach to resolving issues
• Ability to quickly learn new software
• Paralegal expertise and a keen eye for detail
• Ability to conduct research using various tools, including the Internet and Westlaw
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed to meet business demands

Nice To Haves

• A 2- or 4-year degree and a paralegal certificate are preferred, though relevant work experience may be substituted for formal education.

Responsibilities

• Preparing drafts of pleadings, notices, and motions
• Maintaining direct contact with outside, third-party distributors to obtain records and coordinate inspections
• Preparing medical records summaries and chronologies
• Organizing and preparing deposition materials, exhibits, and summaries
• Preparing case files for expert and corporate witness depositions
• Tracking and managing discovery, including the preparation and service of document productions
• Participating in litigation strategy meetings

Benefits

• Transparency laws and are dedicated to clearly communicating how compensation is determined by factors such as experience, skills, and location.
• Opportunities to participate and play roles in various pro bono and community service initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree