About Us:

We are an established litigation law firm with a practice that focuses on real property (disputes between partners, neighbors, buyers, sellers, landlord-tenant) and family law (divorce, custody battles, support, and prenuptual agreements). Most of our cases are in the San Francisco Bay Area, but we also handle some cases in Southern California. We are dedicated to providing excellent legal services and we are extremely dedicated to our clients. Our lawyers, paralegals, and staff work on teams. We provide extensive training on our office procedures as well as the areas of law we focus on.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Paralegal to join our firm The successful candidate will provide essential support to attorneys in all phases of the litigation process, from case inception to trial and beyond. This role requires strong organizational, communication, and research skills, as well as the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Salary depends on level of experience, knowledge, and skills possessed.

Key Responsibilities:

Case Management:
Assist with case organization and management, including electronic file management.
Conduct legal research, including online databases, legal treatises, and court documents.
Prepare legal documents such as pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and responses.
Schedule and coordinate depositions, hearings, and other court appearances.
Maintain accurate time records and billing entries.
Calendar case events and deadlines.
Discovery:
Assist with the collection, review, and production of documents in electronic and paper formats.
Conduct document reviews and assist with privilege logs.
Prepare for and assist with depositions and other discovery proceedings.
Trial Preparation:
Assist with the preparation of trial exhibits, witness lists, and trial notebooks.
Assist with the organization and presentation of trial evidence.
Client Communication:
Maintain regular communication with clients and attorneys regarding case progress and deadlines.
Respond to client inquiries and requests in a timely and professional manner.
Other Duties as Assigned:
Perform other duties as assigned by supervising attorneys, including administrative tasks and special projects.

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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