Paralegal/Case Manager

Paralegal/Case Manager – Fountain Valley, CA. Immediate Opening Full-Time.

IMPORTANT: Please submit resume and cover letter via PDF format only.

Small workers’ compensation law firm representing injured workers seeks paralegal/case manager to assist attorney in all phases of litigation, including drafting legal documents, organizing case files, and conducting legal research. Spanish language skills preferred, but not mandatory.

- Assist attorney in client intake and screening.

- Research and prepare and file pleadings, motions, and other court documents.

- Coordinate and manage document production, including reviewing and organizing discovery materials.

- Maintain case calendars and track deadlines.

- Assist with trial preparation, including preparing and exhibits.

- Conduct factual investigations and gather evidence to support legal arguments.

- Utilize A-1 document management system to organize and maintain electronic files.

- Conduct legal research using Lexis databases.

Requirements:

- Certification in Paralegal Studies required.

- Minimum of 2 years of experience in workers’ compensation preferred.

- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize deadlines.

- Knowledge of legal administrative procedures and practices, including Jet-filing, EAMS and Filenet.

Must be kind and empathetic with clients, be well organized, fast worker, and reliable.

Hourly pay rate range from $25 - $30 DOE.