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Title : Probate & Estate Litigation Paralegal

Location : California - Palo Alto
Refer to Job # DYFZ761563

This is one of the largest firms in the State of California. We met a hiring authority of this firm for lunch recently, and because this individual did not know us, we were seated at the table next to them. We did not talk to them for over an hour of waiting time, until we discovered that the hostess had forgotten to seat us together, and had seated us a table apart. Needless to say, we both got a good laugh out of that. This firm is very strong in most of its practice areas, including litigation, labor and banking work. Some of the more distinguished litigators in the State of California call this firm their home. The management of this firm is also awfully good and has managed to stay small despite the proliferation of massive management committees at other large law firms. Associates at this firm also seem to fraternize together quite well. One recently held a "keg party" at his home for other associates and there was a large and enthusiastic turnout. This is a real quality of life law firm, and the people here seem to enjoy their lives both at and outside of work. Not surprisingly, a firm of this caliber is able to attract top attorneys of all backgrounds and has managed to remain fairly selective in its hiring. We also like the diversity of this firm and its people. Finally, we think the associates working here tend to be quite "chatty," and the partners even seem this way too. We like chatting because we talk on the phone for a living so this firm gets thumbs up from us. This is the ideal spot for bright, ambitious attorneys with solid work experience and outstanding academic achievements.
Probate & Estate Litigation Paralegal Duties: Analyze facts and create time lines and chronologies for single Plaintiff and complex cases. Document and database management, including electronic data review and analysis. Review and identify key testimony for depositions, trial, and appeals. Prepare attorneys for depositions, oral argument, trial, and support appeals. Collaborate with in house counsel, outside counsel, external vendors, and other internal IT groups. Cite-checking and blue booking briefs, memorandum, white papers, etc. Work as part of a team with all levels of experiences as well as independently while being productive and proactive. Maintain case calendar, deadlines, and other status information, and communicate regularly with attorneys regarding same. Function as key support at trial and with trial preparation, including preparing trial exhibits and trial exhibit lists, and tracking exhibits at trial; taking lead on and handling logistical issues; preparing direct exam and cross-exam binders with exhibits; obtaining daily transcripts and distributing to team; assist with demonstratives; prepare trial subpoenas, etc. Function as key support on discovery issues, including responding to document requests, coordinating document review, working in an electronic review platforms including relativity; CaseMap; etc., serving electronic productions via various methods, including secure file transfer protocol. Draft routine legal documents, including but not limited to, deposition notices, witness and exhibit lists. Draft and issue subpoenas for records depositions, witness depositions and attendance at trial. Assist with analysis of financial data and prepare damage calculations. Assist attorneys with discovery requests and responses. Qualifications: Paralegal Certificate is required with Bachelor's Degree strongly preferred. Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Litigation Paralegal with Probate and Estate experience. Ability to effectively set priorities, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects for several attorneys. Experience with litigation software, including, but not limited to, Relativity, Experience preparing for and assisting in trials and/or arbitrations,. Strong verbal and written communication skills, Exceptionally well organized and detail oriented. Adaptable to changing priorities; flexible. Excellent interpersonal skills. Work as part of a team with all levels of experiences as well as independently while being productive and proactive. Ability to troubleshoot issues and create solutions. Proficient in Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

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