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Robert Half Litigation Paralegal in San Francisco, California
Description
We are working with a top rated law firm looking for a litigation paralegal to join their team. This role revolves around providing comprehensive support for litigation management and operations, including document management, timeline creation, and attorney coordination.
Responsibilities:
• Efficiently manage and track key litigation events and deadlines using firm operating systems.
• Play a crucial role in the development and upkeep of a database/spreadsheet summarizing matter status and workflow management systems.
• Assist in the initial review of file materials and preparation of summaries outlining factual background and claim/litigation status.
• Help develop and maintain a key document/template library, and assist in preparing standard correspondence, including tender letters.
• Coordinate and respond to written discovery, including the organization and review of discovery materials and other document productions.
• Communicate effectively regarding discovery and document issues with witnesses and clients.
• Prepare case management statements, declarations, and court filings under attorney supervision, ensuring procedural rules compliance.
• File legal documents with courts and coordinate delivery of courtesy copies to judges.
• Conduct detailed 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.
• Support case preparation, including proofreading, cite-checking, and creating indexes for long-term storage.
• Assist in 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.
• Verify legal citations in briefs and other court filings.
• Provide general administrative support, including maintaining attorney working files, entering data, and performing database research.
• Contribute to team development and efficiency by performing additional duties as assigned
Requirements • Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Litigation Paralegal or in a similar role.
• Proficiency in using Aderant, Adobe Acrobat, and Automated City Register Information System (ACRIS).
• Demonstrated experience with Case Management Software and CompuLaw.
• Ability to handle Billing Functions effectively.
• Skilled in preparing Briefing documents.
• Proficiency in Calendar Management.
• Excellent Communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong Case Management abilities.
• Experience with e-Filing and managing electronic documents.
• Familiarity with the Discovery process in litigation.
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