Litigation Paralegal
Job Overview:
Join our team as a Litigation Paralegal in a dynamic law firm that fights for the rights of low-wage workers in California. As a paralegal, you will play a crucial role in assisting attorneys with various legal tasks related to employee rights litigation. This position offers the opportunity to work remotely in California.
About us
If you’re a California paralegal who isn’t afraid to take on powerful corporations that deny the labor protections and civil rights of their low-wage workers, this is the job for you.
We are a boutique law firm that prosecutes individual lawsuits and class actions on behalf of employees when their rights are violated. We litigate a wide variety of claims on behalf of the victims of workplace misconduct including:
· Wrongful termination of employment
· Constructive discharge
· Sexual harassment
· Racial discrimination
· Failure to accommodate disabilities and religious practices
· Whistleblower retaliation
· Unpaid overtime and doubletime
· Unprovided meal and rest breaks
· Invasion of privacy rights
· Family and medical leave interference
· OSHA
· Defamation
· Unreimbursed expenses
· Private attorney general
We focus exclusively on employee rights litigation. We seek monetary compensation for everyday people who lack the resources to fight court battles against well-financed employers and large corporations.
If we take a case, we advance all the necessary legal fees and costs so our client can pursue the remedies they deserve… and we won’t take a penny from the client until the case is settled or won.
It doesn’t matter to us where in California our client resides. We fight for aggrieved workers all over the State of California. To make the lawsuit convenient for our client, we will prosecute our client's claims in a court for the city or county they worked in.
If a client has a strong case, we’ll get the client results. Our lawyers have obtained millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements for our clients.
Responsibilities:
- Handle in court filings for Federal and California courts, including e-filing and e-service
- Manage court calendaring, including deadlines for discovery and law and motions
- Handle discovery processes by propounding and responding to requests
- Schedule and notice depositions and subpoena records
- Assemble legal documents such as briefs, motions, and pleadings
- Conduct legal research and assist with case preparation, including searching for public records
- Interview clients and witnesses to prepare statements and declarations
- Organize and manage case files
- Review and analyze time and payroll records
- Support attorneys during trial preparation and proceedings
- Arrange deliveries, mailings, and travel logistics
Requirements:
1. Paralegal certificate or other qualifications pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 6450 required
2. Spanish language (written and oral) fluency preferred
3. Minimum of 2 years experience in civil litigation support roles required
4. Proficiency in State and Federal court procedures, including (including contact with Court clerks and staff) required
5. Knowledge of Federal Court ECF e-filings required
6. Knowledge of State Court filings (including e-filing and e-service) required
7. Proficiency of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Google Suite required
8. Familiarity with electronic service (with vendors such as CaseAnywhere, One Legal, Rapid Legal, File & ServeXpress, Odyssey eFileCA) preferred
9. Familiarity with case management software like Filevine preferred
10. Strong organizational skills with attention to detail required
11. Ability to multitask, work under pressure, and meet deadlines required
Skills / Attributes:
- High work ethics and personal standards
- Self-confidence, initiative, and persistence
- Analytical mindset with problem-solving abilities
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Team player with interpersonal skills
- Proficient in legal research and investigation techniques
- Detailed oriented - passion for accuracy, and follow-through
- Computer Skills - knowledge of word processing, spread sheet, database, presentation software, litigation support, and internet
- Desire and willingness to work in the legal area
- Ability to multitask and work in a sometimes noisy environment
- Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
- Ability to listen carefully and learn quickly
- Ability to operate a PC (Windows/MacOS), printer, scanner, and webcam.
Software and Service Provider Proficiency:
1. Adobe Pro
2. CaseAnywhere
3. CM/ECF - federal court efilings
4. CourtCall
5. CourtConnect
6. Filevine Case Management Software (training will be provided)
7. Google Calendar
8. Google Drive
9. Google Mail
10. DropboxSign / DocuSign
11. Lexis Nexis
12. Westlaw
13. Microsoft Excel
14. Microsoft Word
15. Odyssey eFileCA
16. One Legal
17. Rapid Legal
18. PACER (Public Access to Court Electronic Records)
19. ProDoc (Court Forms) (training will be provided)
20. LetterStream (training will be provided)
21. Zoom
22. The Firm uses ActivTrak to track employee work performance
Benefit Conditions:
- Full-time position with short waiting period for benefits eligibility
Work Location:
- Remote work arrangement for the foreseeable future
This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:
Detail-oriented with a passion for justice and accuracy in legal support roles.
If you are ready to contribute your skills to advocate for employee rights through litigation support activities while working remotely in a supportive environment that values your dedication – apply now to join our team as a Litigation Paralegal!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 45 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Work from home
Schedule:
Education:
Experience:
- California litigation: 2 years (Required)
- California Court Filing and e-Filing: 2 years (Required)
- labor & employment litigation (not workers compensation): 1 year (Required)
Language:
License/Certification:
- Paralegal Certificate or satisfy Cal. Bus. & Prof. Code 6450 (Required)
Location:
Shift availability:
Work Location: Remote
