Litigation Paralegal

Our Client is a global law firm serving high-net-worth individuals and families, corporate entities, and governments. Practice areas include commercial litigation, contract disputes, asset recovery and enforcement, board and shareholder disputes, insolvency, fraud, international arbitration, public international law, tax controversy, media and reputation management, employment and regulatory, divorce and family, trusts and succession, white collar investigations, and professional negligence.

The Role

Hybrid role requiring 1-3 days in office (San Francisco, CA)

• Support a broad range of litigation and litigation management/monitoring including managing document production, creating timelines, and coordinating with attorneys for review.
• Track and calendar key litigation, and matter deadlines, hearings, depositions and meetings using firm operations software.
• Maintain, update and help develop database/spreadsheet summarizing matter status and assist in development of workflow and matter management systems.
• Initial review of file materials and assist in preparation of summary of factual background and claim/litigation status.
• Develop and maintain key document/template library and assist in preparation of standard correspondence including tender letters.
• Draft, coordinate, and respond to written discovery, including organizing and reviewing discovery materials and other document productions.
• Communicate effectively with witnesses and clients regarding discovery and document issues.
• Prepare case management statements, declarations, and court filings under attorney supervision, ensuring compliance with procedural rules.
• File legal documents with courts and coordinate delivery of courtesy copies to judges.
• Conduct in-depth research using public records and legal databases such as Lexis and Westlaw.
• Prepare and manage legal documents, forms, charts, correspondence, and other client-related materials with attention to detail and quality assurance.
• Assist in case preparation, including proofreading, cite-checking, and creating indexes for long-term storage.
• Support trial preparations by preparing exhibits, binders, and other case materials as needed.
• Manage the drafting, tracking, and coordination of authorizations for the release of sensitive medical, financial, and business records.
• Assist attorneys and fellow paralegals with mailings, filings, and document production processes, including redacting, copying, and Bates stamping.
• Shepardize and verify legal citations in briefs and other court filings.
• Engage in general administrative support, including maintaining attorney working files, entering data, and performing database research.
• Contribute to the development and efficiency of the team by performing additional duties as assigned.

Key Skills and Experience

• Minimum 4 years of experience as a litigation paralegal required;
• Strong technical skills, including typing, and excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, iManage/FileSite, and Elite.
• Knowledge of Compulaw preferred;
• Extensive experience with electronic filing in California Superior Courts, particularly San Francisco Superior Court, with a strong understanding of California Rules of Court regarding the lodging of sealed documents and the filing of publicly redacted versions.
• Proficient in electronic filing procedures for U.S. District Courts, especially in the Central and Northern Districts of California, with expertise in Federal and Local Rules governing sealed and redacted filings.
• Skilled in managing complex, multi-document filings, including the preparation and “staging” of documents and exhibits for attorney approval and electronic submission.
• Exceptional research, drafting, writing, and verbal communication abilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to build effective working relationships with colleagues.
• Excellent command of the English language, including spelling, grammar, punctuation, and adherence to proper form and style.
• Familiar with library operations and records management procedures for retrieving materials and files efficiently.
• Knowledgeable in legal terminology relevant to assigned areas of practice.
• Enthusiastic, motivated team player.