CIVIL LITIGATION PARALEGAL

Howard Rome Martin Ridley & Master LLP dba Ridley Master, an AV-rated, San Mateo-based civil defense firm, is looking for an experienced litigation full-time paralegal to join our firm. The firm specializes in public entity and product liability defense.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strong knowledge of California rules and court procedures

Trial preparation, exhibits, trial binders

Drafting pleadings, motions, judicial council forms, and other standard legal

documents

Responding to discovery requests and managing as well as organizing all

discovery materials

Organize documents and coordinate document productions including bate-

stamping, redaction, duplication, and indexing of documents.

Liaison with outside counsel for discovery, trial, and deposition preparations

Strong knowledge of California rules, court/legal procedures, and substantive areas

of law, particularly in the discovery process in civil litigation

Prepare document subpoenas

Review and summarize discovery responses and medical records

QUALIFICATIONS:

Ability to adhere to strict time deadlines

Strong attention to detail

Exceptional organizational skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office Products

5+ years of experience desired

Excellent time management skills, strong research and writing skills

Bachelor's Degree and/or successful completion of an ABA-approved program or successful completion of certified paralegal is preferred

Excellent written and verbal communication skills; researching/problem-solving skills

We offer excellent benefits such as medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, and disability insurance