Jafari Law Group is a Boutique Law firm that Focuses on Employment and Intellectual Property Law. We are expanding our litigation department and are looking for an experienced paralegal to join our firm.
Essential Job Duties:
Prepare legal documents including pleadings, motions, affidavits, complaints
Preparing Discovery Templates
Motion Writing and Proofreading
Training Legal Clerks and Paralegals in Law Firm Practices.
File court documents
Management of ongoing assigned court and case deadlines
Assist with reviewing case materials, mail, and other case related documents
Prepare damage spreadsheets. (Excel is a plus! Let us know you have this experience!)
Create, revise, and proofread documents with high accuracy
Assist with mediation and trial preparation
Keep accurate time records for billable tasks
Use of Westlaw for Research and Background Checks
Qualifications/Requirements:
Undergraduate degree and/or ABA approved paralegal certificate preferred
Two years prior litigation experience as a legal assistant or paralegal required
Ability to handle multiple tasks and to remain calm under pressure
Strong desire to work in a team environment
Read, write and communicate fluent English;
High degree of self-directed initiative and individual judgment
Attention to detail,
Ability to balance multiple projects and strong time management skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Programs (Word, Excel, Adobe and PowerPoint)
Benefits
401k Match
Paid Sick Time
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.00 - $32.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Travel requirement:
No travel
Experience:
Paralegal: 2 years (Required)
Irvine, CA 92614: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Please submit your resume, via e-mail.