A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.
Senior Paralegal Schuering & Doyle, LLP Sacramento, CA Job Details Full-time $93,000 - $106,000 a year 20 hours ago Benefits Profit sharing Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Work from home Vision insurance Flexible schedule Life insurance Paid sick time Qualifications Teamwork Word processing Attention to detail Organizational skills Medical negligence case support Legal case management Full Job Description Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Senior Paralegal to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of various areas of law, including but not limited to civil litigation, medical malpractice, long term care and administrative law. This role involves providing essential support to attorneys in managing legal cases, conducting research, drafting and responding to discovery, and ensuring that all documentation is accurate and compliant with legal standards. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. Duties Conduct comprehensive legal research using Westlaw, LexisNexis, and other legal research tools to support case development across multiple practice areas. Assist attorneys in preparing medical malpractice/long term care defense cases, including drafting and organizing legal documents. Prepare and review legal documents including pleadings, discovery requests and responses, contracts, and correspondence with meticulous attention to detail. Manage case files through document management systems, maintaining up-to-date records of all relevant information. Assist attorneys with client communication by scheduling meetings, preparing case summaries, and maintaining confidentiality at all times. Support project management initiatives by coordinating deadlines, tracking case progress, and facilitating collaboration among team members. Conduct document review for civil litigation support and procedural law compliance; ensure accuracy in filings and submissions. Perform administrative tasks such as data entry, filing, proofreading documents, and managing incoming calls with professional phone etiquette. Qualifications Proven paralegal experience with a strong background in multiple legal disciplines including medical malpractice/long term care defense cases. Demonstrated proficiency in legal research platforms such as Westlaw and LexisNexis. Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining accuracy. Strong writing skills for drafting legal documents and correspondence; keen proofreading abilities to ensure error-free work. Knowledge of procedural laws across various jurisdictions; experience supporting civil litigation is preferred. Exceptional communication skills for effective client interaction and team collaboration. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word processing), document review tools, data entry systems and filing procedures. Ability to handle confidential information discreetly while demonstrating high ethical standards.
Pay:
$93,000.00 - $106,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Profit sharing Vision insurance Work from home