Paralegal

Porter Scott • Sacramento, CA

8d • $30 - $35 • Onsite

About The Position

At Porter Scott, we’ve been handling civil litigation across California since 1976, building a reputation grounded in excellence, collaboration, and results. As we approach our 50th anniversary, we continue to invest in our people and our culture—creating an environment where team members are supported, challenged, and given the opportunity to grow. We are currently seeking a skilled and motivated Paralegal to join our team and play a key role in supporting our attorneys across a variety of complex litigation matters. As a Paralegal at Porter Scott, you will play a key role in supporting attorneys throughout all phases of litigation. You will review and summarize records, manage subpoenas, assist with discovery, coordinate experts and independent medical examinations, and help prepare cases for mediation, arbitration, and trial. You will work closely with attorneys, clients, vendors, and experts to gather information, organize case materials, and ensure deadlines are met. Successful paralegals in our firm are proactive, detail-oriented professionals who take ownership of their work, communicate effectively, and help move cases forward efficiently. This role requires strong organizational skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and a commitment to producing high-quality work product in a collaborative team environment.

Requirements

• A minimum of two years of litigation paralegal experience.
• A paralegal certificate or qualifications consistent with California Business and Professions Code §6450.
• Strong knowledge of civil litigation procedures and deadlines.
• Experience reviewing and summarizing records.
• Experience preparing and managing subpoenas.
• Strong organizational and case management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• The ability to manage multiple assignments and competing priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and document management systems.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in insurance defense, public entity defense, employment law, medical malpractice, or other civil litigation practice areas is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Review and summarize records
• Manage subpoenas
• Assist with discovery
• Coordinate experts and independent medical examinations
• Help prepare cases for mediation, arbitration, and trial
• Work closely with attorneys, clients, vendors, and experts to gather information
• Organize case materials
• Ensure deadlines are met

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with employer contributions and matching
• Generous paid time off
• Monthly stipends for cell phone
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Supportive and collegial work environment
• Firm-sponsored events

What This Job Offers

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