Litigation Paralegal - Los Angeles/Woodland Hills - Fisher & Phillips LLP

Litigation Paralegal

At Fisher Phillips, we know exceptional talent is the key to our success, to providing the best service to our internal and external clients. Being a part of the Fisher Phillips team means you will work with cutting edge technology in a professional and fun environment under leadership ready to invest in your professional development. If you have a growth mindset, are eager to challenge yourself, and desire to work with a team of professionals instituting change on an ongoing basis, keep reading.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Fisher Phillips is an international labor and employment law firm, and we are looking for a talented Litigation Paralegal to work in our Los Angeles or Woodland Hills office. Our range of experience enables us to bring efficient and practical solutions to today’s labor and employment law problems. For more information about our firm, please visit our website at www.fisherphillips.com.

In this role, Paralegals should strive to perform high-quality billable work for the benefit of our clients and the support of our attorneys. We expect our Paralegals to provide a high level of expertise in assisting clients and attorneys while managing a busy case and/or matter load. Paralegals are generally expected to record 1500 or more billable hours during the performance year. The performance year begins October 1 and ends September 30.

The Paralegal performs, under the direction and supervision of an attorney, substantive legal support work which, for the most part, requires a sufficient knowledge of legal concepts such that, absent the Paralegal, the work would be performed by an Attorney. The Paralegal does not render legal advice to a client, ever.

The Paralegal uses expertise and knowledge of the legal system and substantive and procedural law to perform the substantive legal support work under the supervision of an attorney; the Paralegal must confer with and follow the direction of an attorney on any legal decision.

POSITION RESPONSIBILIES

• Obtain and manage client documents, including electronic data, and determine potential existence of documents that may be relevant to each case.
• Conduct litigation, criminal, and civil background checks and obtain properly authenticated records as needed.
• Draft documents for attorney review, including removal documents, certificates of interested parties, answers, initial disclosures, various motions and orders, scheduling orders, protective orders, deposition notices, affidavits and declarations, discovery and our responses to discovery, settlement agreements, and dismissal documents.
• Assist with drafting/preparing motions for summary judgment/adjudication; assemble exhibits and create appendix.
• Cite-check and Bluebook as required.
• Identify and prepare documents for production, including Bates labeling and redacting privileged and confidential information.
• Assist in trial prep, including managing exhibits and evidentiary matters, witness lists, files, and subpoenas; coordinate and attend witness prep meetings; assist at trial.
• Conduct online research and utilize the firm’s electronic resources efficiently and effectively.
• Effectively manage multiple assignments and deadlines while maintaining a professional demeanor; timely seek assistance when needed.
• Keep accurate time and billing records according to established policies and procedures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and perform in a high-pressure environment.
• Proven ability to assimilate to work with a variety of state and federal jurisdictions.
• High motivation, reliability, flexibility, curiosity, and strong teamwork skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Ability to adapt quickly to change and work well in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and other office tools, including document review software, eDiscovery technology, and document management system. Experience with Relativity strongly preferred.

EXPERIENCE

• 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience required.
• Labor and employment law experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree or relevant work experience.

REQUIREMENTS

• The paralegal must possess at least one of the following:
  • A certificate of completion of a paralegal program approved by the American Bar Association.
  • A certificate of completion of a paralegal program at, or a degree from, a post-secondary institution that requires the successful completion of a minimum of 24 semester, or equivalent, units in law-related courses and that has been accredited by a national or regional accrediting organization or approved by the Bureau for Private Post-Secondary and Vocational Education.
  • A baccalaureate degree or an advanced degree in any subject, a minimum of one years of law-related experience under the supervision of an attorney who has been an active member of the State Bar of California for at least the preceding three years or who has practiced in the federal courts of this state for at least the preceding three years, and a written declaration from this attorney stating that the person is qualified to perform paralegal tasks.

WHAT WE PROVIDE

Fisher Phillips offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible staff that includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) and profit sharing, life insurance, long-term disability, and an employee assistance program. We also offer optional benefits such as critical care, accident and hospital indemnity insurance, a student loan refinancing program, life insurance for dependents, and pet insurance.

No relocation costs. Principals only; no calls please.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex (including childbirth, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

The hourly rate range for this position is $45.67 - $50.48. Actual base pay within this range will be determined by several components, including but not limited to, location, relevant experience, internal equity, skills, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law.