Personal Injury Paralegal - to $90,000.00

  • Category
    Legal
  • Location
    Torrance, California
  • Type
    Direct hire
Compensation / Benefits: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00, accompanied by a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and professional development opportunities. 

This is a Hybrid opportunity for the right candidate; 4 days in the office to start.


Join a small boutique firm as a Personal Injury Paralegal in Torrance, CA (onsite) with a team currently consisting of 9 attorneys, soon expanding to 9!  They seek to hire a Paralegal with 3-5 years of legal experience on the civil / plaintiff side, with at least 2 of those years being in personal injury litigation, as opposed to pre-litigation.  Our client advocates for individuals who have sustained serious injuries due to the negligence of corporations, businesses, governmental entities, or individuals with insurance. Their focus spans a variety of injury cases, with a particular emphasis on brain, spine, and catastrophic injuries.  Operating as a contingency firm, they eschew billable hours, and depending on experience, offer potential to be a part of their highly lucrative case referral bonus program. The founding attorney is an acclaimed trial lawyer boasting a track record of 50+ jury trials and has secured over $100 million for his clients. Recognized with prestigious awards, he is a respected advocate in personal injury & product liability, and is a dedicated board member of influential legal organizations

We desire an ideal candidate who is proactive, a self-starter, extremely organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple cases simultaneously in a dynamic environment.  The position is a full-time, in-office role requiring a minimum commitment of 40 hours per week. Bilingual proficiency in English/Spanish is preferable, but not required.

Responsibilities include:
  • Filing and serving legal documents
  • Communicating with clients
  • Maintaining and organizing case files
  • Conducting legal research and gathering pertinent information for cases
  • Preparing and drafting legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and subpoenas
  • Coordinating meetings, depositions, and court appearances with clients, witnesses, and opposing counsel
  • Noticing and objecting to depositions
  • Calendar management for depositions, hearing dates, and all deadlines (pleadings, motions, discovery, etc.)
  • Scheduling court reporters and requesting transcripts
  • Reviewing and proofreading legal documents for accuracy and completeness
  • Utilizing case management software to maintain organized and updated case records
Qualifications:
  • Preferred Bachelor's or Associate's degree
  • 3-5 years of legal experience in a Paralegal or Legal Assistant position on the civil / plaintiff side, with at least 2 of those years being in PI litigation, as opposed to pre-litigation 
  • Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail
  • Proficiency in data entry and document management systems
  • Excellent phone etiquette and communication skills
  • Ability to proofread legal documents for accuracy and completeness
  • Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Capacity to work independently and effectively prioritize tasks
  • Experience with file management

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