Litigation Paralegal

MESSNER REEVES LLP•Costa Mesa, CA

105d•$75,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

Messner Reeves LLP, a full-service national law firm, seeks a highly qualified Paralegal to join its fast-paced, complex litigation team in California. This position requires a high degree of interaction with firm partners, associates, and clients. Candidates should have good judgment and impeccable professionalism.

Requirements

5+ years of paralegal experience.
Must be well-versed in both federal and state court procedures.
Experience handling multiple attorneys with full caseloads.
Paralegal Certificate.
Must be located in California.
Strong attention to detail, highly organized, and communicate effectively.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of medical records and terminology is strongly preferred.
Experience in legal document preparation, particularly propounding and responding to discovery and preparing initial, expert, and supplemental disclosures.
Experience tracking and recording time using Prolaw or similar legal billing software.
Experienced, inquisitive, and a self-starter, able to anticipate needs in litigation matters through jury trial.

Responsibilities

Communicate with team, witnesses, and opposing counsel to ensure complete information is gathered and organized in a timely fashion.
Utilize electronic format to organize and index medical records and prepare detailed documents and other party records chronologies, identifying and obtaining missing records or materials.
Use communication, experience, docketed deadlines, and knowledge of civil procedure rules as a guide.