Paralegal in Pleasanton, CA| LawFirmStaff

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Title : Paralegal

Location : California - Pleasanton
Refer to Job # YCLR723344


Paralegal Duties: Assists attorneys in discovery and pre-trial matters under attorney supervision. Assists attorneys in handling assigned case files and delivering other legal services under attorney supervision. Assists attorneys in discovery, pre-trial matters and/or trial preparation. Drafts pleadings, motions, subpoenas, appellate pleadings, and other documents as assigned. Assists in trial preparation and strategy development, and actively participates in courtroom as attorney s assistant. Litigation or paralegal experience, paralegal degree or certificate and/or medical training is required. Education, experience, and thorough understanding of litigation process in state of operation and local jurisdiction. Understanding of local, state and federal rules. Understanding and experience with medical records and terminology. Legal writing and research skills and knowledge of proper format and citations. Maintains paralegal competency by participation in continuing education programs. Must successfully complete orientation and training program as designated by the Managing Attorney or the Corporate Law Department. Travels via commercial transportation or driving to job related activities. May work irregular hours because of workload and nature of the work. Qualifications: 0-5 years' experience in the area of insurance defense. Must meet the California law paralegal requirements. Prior insurance defense litigation experience including trial preparation, answering discovery, ordering records, summarizing documents, client contact and assistance with expert witnesses is a plus but is not required. Excellent computer skills, organization, communication skills, initiative, and an affinity for working in a team environment are essential. Attention to detail, flexibility, follow up, punctuality, the ability to multi task and a strong work ethic are also required. Knowledge of MS Office software and ability to learn software applications is needed.
 
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