Trial Paralegal
About The Position
We are an established real estate law firm with offices across California. We are looking for a Trial Paralegal to join our fast-paced team in our Concord office. If chosen as the successful candidate, you will assist attorneys with tenant-contested evictions and ensure the efficient and timely production of documents in the trial phase of the unlawful detainer process. With nearly 50 years in the California legal industry and six offices statewide, our firm was founded on a commitment to customer service that has flourished within our culture of inclusion and diversity. We believe in working hard for our clients each day and in taking care of our employees so they are empowered to do their very best work. It is our mission to provide the highest quality, cost-effective legal services to our clients.
Requirements
- Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program or equivalent experience
- Trial and litigation experience with San Francisco County Courts are a must
- 3-5 years paralegal experience
- Excellent writing skills with demonstrated experience in drafting legal documents
- Previous law firm experience in a high-volume environment
- Professional communication skills via telephone and email
- Strong attention to detail and ability to multi-task
- Minimum typing speed of 65 words per minute; versatile computer skills
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of unlawful detainers
- Familiar with local county court rules and procedures
- ProLaw experience
Responsibilities
- Conduct legal research, respond to discovery, and produce and draft legal documents and pleadings
- Schedule, prepare, and serve motions and oppositions, including motions to compel, ex parte motions, demurrers, motions to quash, and motions to strike
- Support trial attorneys with preparation of trial binders and jury trial documents
- Perform e-filing, paper filing, and additional administrative duties as needed by the department
- Assist in client contact regarding responsive pleadings, hearing dates, and court information as needed
- Provide backup assistance for additional trial department staff as needed
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- life
- disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- paid vacation
- sick time
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
