Paralegal / Legal Secretary (Civil Litigation)

The Law Offices of Heywood G. Friedman is a leading California defense firm specializing in general liability, employment law, and workers' compensation defense. Over nearly 40 years of legal practice, we have developed strong, long\-term relationships with many of California’s largest commercial insurers, private employers, and public agencies.

We are seeking an experienced Paralegal or Legal Assistant to support our firm’s Civil Litigation Practice, specializing in representing clients in a variety of civil matters including general liability, premises liability, transportation liability, personal injury, and subrogation.

Successful candidates for this position will have the choice of working remotely or in person at one of our five office locations throughout California. The expected salary range for this position is $30–$45 per hour. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors as permitted by law.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain case files and records in accordance with firm policies and procedures
• Prepare discovery requests
• Order records
• Prepare pleadings, motions (including motions to amend, motions to modify, motions for summary judgment), responses to pleadings, replies to correspondence, etc.
• Assist in trial preparation, including trial briefs, exhibit lists, witness lists, motions in limine, and oppositions thereto.
• Collaborate with F\+B attorneys and professional staff on case strategies
• Correspond with clients, opposing counsel, vendors, expert witnesses, etc.
• Perform administrative duties such as calendaring
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of California law and civil procedure
• Experience in drafting legal documents such as pleadings, motions, orders and forms
• Ability to interpret legal documents such as pleadings, motions, etc.
• Ability to deliver high\-quality work product while meeting deadlines
• Excellent computer skills
• Ability to work independently or in a team setting
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong client communication skills
• Strong analytical/problem\-solving skills
• Ability to make billable hours quota
• Ability to work in a paperless environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Paralegal certification or equivalent experience
• 3\+ years’ experience as a Civil Litigation Paralegal or Legal Assistant
• Proficiency in WordPerfect
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Proficiency in legal practice management software such as MerusCase, Tabs3, etc.
• Prior professional experience at a California insurance defense firm
• Proficiency in EAMS
• Proficiency in FileNet

Our firm offers:

• Top\-of\-the\-market compensation, commensurate with experience
• A collegial work environment with real opportunities for career growth and development
• Choice of working from home or in a traditional office
• Vacation/sick leave
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans (with employer Medical contribution equal to 75% of midline plan)
• Flexible Savings Account (FSA) options
• $25,000 complimentary life insurance
• 401(k)
• 8 annual paid holidays
• 13 days of paid time off (PTO)
• Pay for up to 1 day of jury duty per year
• Internet/electricity stipend for home office

To be considered for this position, please apply here or email your resume to careers@friedmanlawoffices.com.

For more information about this firm, please visit www.forthebestdefense.com.

Job Type: Full\-time

Pay: $30\.00 \- $45\.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
• Work from home

Work Location: Remote