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Robert Half is partnering with an established law firm to find a contract Litigation Paralegal to provide comprehensive legal and administrative support to attorneys and legal professionals in a fast-paced litigation environment. This is a temporary position for approximately three months, based in the Sherman Oaks office. The ideal candidate will have experience with California state and federal court procedures and be proficient in eDiscovery tools, specifically CSDisco and Everlaw.
Job Responsibility:
Perform legal and factual research, including records research and identification of relevant judicial decisions, statutes, legal articles, codes, and other pertinent materials, with a focus on California law
Organize, analyze, cross-check, and validate information
prepare written reports
Draft legal documents, including briefs, pleadings, appeals, legal memoranda, declarations, motions, affidavits, complaints, and discovery documents (interrogatories and responses), in compliance with California court rules
Prepare and file all court documents electronically and in person, as required by California state and federal courts
Prepare correspondence and edit legal forms and documents for accuracy
Build and maintain databases and files
organize and track case files
Review and monitor new and updated laws and regulations, particularly those relevant to California
Maintain litigation online library and coordinate law office activities such as subpoena delivery
Assist in the location and interviewing of witnesses
help with trial preparation, including witness lists, exhibits, and trial binders
Assist lawyers in the courtroom as needed
Create, maintain, and monitor discovery indexes
draft and serve summons
Coordinate and summarize depositions
prepare and organize trial exhibits and trial binders
Assist with settlement negotiations and draft settlement agreements
Utilize eDiscovery tools, specifically CSDisco and Everlaw, for document review, production, and case management
Requirements:
Minimum 4-year baccalaureate degree and a paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved or accredited program, or commensurate experience as defined by California Business & Professions Code § 6450 et seq.
Minimum of 3 to 5 years prior work experience in litigation, with experience in California courts preferred
Demonstrated proficiency with eDiscovery platforms, specifically CSDisco and Everlaw
What we offer:
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance