Lyfe Law, LLP is a rapidly growing Civil Litigation firm located throughout California with its headquarters in Southern California. We are currently seeking a Senior Paralegal for our Southern California office to assist in our growing litigation caseload.
Full-Time
Key Responsibilities:
Meets with
attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
Drafts legal documents
including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures
Researches and analyzes
statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to attorneys.
Interviews clients and witnesses
and prepares summaries of their statements.
Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files,
which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items.
Assists attorneys
with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings.
Develops and maintains
records regarding hours spent on specific cases.
Performs
other related duties as assigned.
Job Requirements: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Understanding
of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
Excellent
interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent
organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent
time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong
analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to function
well in a high‑paced and at times stressful environment.
Ability to maintain
confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
Proficient
with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Bi‑lingual
in Spanish preferred
Education and Experience
Associate degree in Paralegal Studies
or related field required; Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies or related field preferred.
Paralegal certificate
preferred. Must have at least 2 years of Personal Injury Litigation experience.
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Full-Time
Key Responsibilities:
Meets with
attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
Drafts legal documents
including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures
Researches and analyzes
statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to attorneys.
Interviews clients and witnesses
and prepares summaries of their statements.
Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files,
which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items.
Assists attorneys
with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings.
Develops and maintains
records regarding hours spent on specific cases.
Performs
other related duties as assigned.
Job Requirements: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Understanding
of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
Excellent
interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent
organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent
time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong
analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to function
well in a high‑paced and at times stressful environment.
Ability to maintain
confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
Proficient
with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Bi‑lingual
in Spanish preferred
Education and Experience
Associate degree in Paralegal Studies
or related field required; Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies or related field preferred.
Paralegal certificate
preferred. Must have at least 2 years of Personal Injury Litigation experience.
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