Description

YUKEVICH l CAVANAUGH is seeking a Litigation Paralegal with strong organizational skills to provide high level support in a fast-paced environment. This role is located in our Los Angeles office. The ideal candidate will assist attorneys by providing support on multiple cases at various stages of the litigation process.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Schedule: Onsite; 8 Hour workday Monday - Friday

Essential Functions

• Draft routine legal documents.
• Manage multiple cases from start to trial.
• Collect, organize, analyze, and summarize medical records.
• Assist with the preparation of depositions, including gathering and organizing exhibits.
• Assist with trial preparation, pretrial documents including exhibit and witness lists, manage exhibits, and any other duties associated with trial.
• Assist during trial and conduct various document searches and research.

Requirements

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum five years of litigation experience is required; personal injury experience preferred.
• Proficiency with Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Excellent oral, organization, and written communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal court rules, all phases of discovery, and the ability to proofread and cite check documents is required.
• Ability to interact with attorneys, staff, and clients in a professional manner.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and complete work within established deadlines.
• Ability to thrive in a team environment and provide additional support as needed.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree preferred. A Paralegal Certificate is required.

Work Environment

• Excellent writing and communication skills are required.
• Ability to manage time and priorities in a deadline-driven, fast paced department.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to multitask.
• Technology savvy and willing to learn new systems.
• Highly responsive and able work on evenings and weekends when needed to support the department and the Firm’s needs.

Benefits

The Firm also offers a benefit package that includes comprehensive Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision plans; 401(k) program with company match after one year of employment; Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance; Long-Term Disability (LTD) and Short-Term Disability (STD) insurance; ten paid holidays and two floating holidays. The Firm also offers a commuter benefit plan for parking or transit.