Macdonald & Cody, LLP is an insurance defense litigation firm specializing in personal injury and catastrophic injury claims. Macdonald & Cody, LLP seeks an energetic, hard-working, dedicated litigation legal assistant to join our firm.
Qualifications:
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Must have 3+ years of experience in a fast-paced law firm as a civil litigation legal assistant/legal secretary (personal injury experience preferred).
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The candidate must be self-starting with a “hit the ground running” work ethic.
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Experience with case intake/opening.
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Experience with managing deadlines and ensuring attorneys meet the same.
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Experience with filing and service in California superior, federal and appellate courts.
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Knowledge of rules relating to service and filing of pleadings and discovery.
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Familiarity with expert designation and deposition process.
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Familiarity with trial-triggered deadlines.
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Candidate must be comfortable with client/insurance carrier contact via email and phone.
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Candidate must have trial preparation experience, including preparation, service, and filing of trial documents, motions in limine, and preparation of exhibit binders.
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Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word/Outlook/Excel).
This is not a paralegal hybrid role.
Benefits:
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Casual attire Monday through Friday.
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Work-life balance promoted.
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Overtime is not required.
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Great team-oriented work environment.
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Offers opportunities to grow personally & professionally.
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Compensation commensurate with experience.
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Employer-paid healthcare.
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401k with employer matching.
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10 paid holidays a year.
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Paid time off.
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The hourly range in California for this role is $28.50 - $40.00 and represents the firm's good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidates experience, qualifications and location.
If you require an alternative method to apply - please call our office at (714) 831-1713.
No recruiters.
