Senior Paralegal

The Walt Disney Company•Anaheim, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

About the Role & Team The Walt Disney Company is a diversified, international family entertainment and media company whose operations include theme parks and resorts, filmed entertainment including motion pictures and television shows, home video products, records, consumer products, a cruise line, radio and television stations, broadcast and cable networks, Internet offerings and publishing activities. Now is your chance to join our dedicated team that delivers unparalleled creative content to audiences around the world. At Corporate, you’ll team with the best in the business to build one of the most innovative global businesses in any industry. Uniquely positioned at the center of an exciting, multi-faceted Company, the Litigation Group provides support for our businesses in all aspects of legal matters, all the while gaining something valuable from the experience themselves. Come see the most interesting Company from the most interesting point of view. We are seeking a Senior Paralegal to join the Corporate Litigation group in Anaheim, California. This position assists in-house attorneys and outside counsel with all facets of case preparation and in a variety of litigation matters including employment, personal injury, consumer, and disability access.

Requirements

At least 3 years of litigation experience in a reputable law firm or major in-house legal department.
Ability to handle multiple cases and responsibilities simultaneously.
Ability to conduct legal and factual research.
Experience in document collection and electronic discovery.
Experience in fact-finding, reporting, and document management.
Ability to demonstrate excellent communication skills and judgment, both verbally and in writing.
A Bachelor’s Degree and/or qualifications to be a paralegal by certification or education and work experience as set forth by the American Bar Association and/or any applicable state codes.

Nice To Haves

Prior work experience at the Disneyland Resort or a Disney-affiliated company is a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide support for legal matters, including litigation and advice and counsel.
Assist with document collection from various business units.
Review and analysis of documents using an electronic discovery database.
Prepare responses and reports related to claims, demand letters, and litigation requests.
Review and revise pleadings, discovery responses, and other litigation documents.
Assist with witness interviews and depositions.
Assist with responding to subpoenas.
Assist with small claims matters and responses to administrative complaints.
Draft and issue legal holds.
Manage and report information across a variety of matters.
Coordinate and attend site inspections across the Disneyland Resort premises.
As a 24-hour operation this position requires the paralegal to be flexible with their schedule to attend after hours inspections and witness interviews.