Full Time Litigation Paralegal

Sandhu Law Group, APC , is a growing multi-disciplinary professional services firm, focused on providing legal services at the very highest levels to achieve our clients’ objectives. Our firm offers a cohesive, team-centered and friendly work environment, with social events throughout the year. We’re a firm where employee contributions are recognized and valued.

Our practice areas include litigation, insurance defense, construction defect, insurance fraud investigations, transportation defense and premises liability. 

Job Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated, experienced Paralegal to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will bring 7+ years of recent litigation experience and will contribute at a high level. Insurance defense experience required. Hybrid schedule available.

As a Paralegal at Sandhu Law Group, you’re valued as a key player in supporting attorneys through every phase of litigation. You wil assist with case management, draft and proofread legal documents, organize, review and manage large volumes of records related to litigation. You will assist in preparing for depositions, hearings and trials.

Key Responsibilities:

· Support attorneys and demonstrate confidence with case management from intake to resolution.

· Draft litigation documents: complaints, answers, discovery and motions.

· Coordinate and manage discovery, including drafting and responding.

· Analyze and summarize medical records, deposition transcripts and received case file documents.

· Track and calendar deadlines and court deadlines, ensuring deadlines are met.

· Manage court filings and service of process.

· Assist in trial preparation: prepare pre-trial and trial materials, witness/exhibit lists, trial binders, etc.

· Conduct legal research using California Rules of Court and local rules, including jury verdict searches.

· Communicate with clients, witnesses, and other parties involved in cases as needed.

· Prepare and manage correspondence, including emails, letters, and other written communications to clients, courts, and opposing counsel.

· Maintain and enter timekeeping records for billable matters.

· Perform other administrative duties as required.

Qualifications:

· Minimum 7 years recent litigation experience, insurance defense is preferred.

· Paralegal certificate with current CLE requirements met.

· Strong understanding of state and federal court processes, including e-filing, court rules, forms, calendaring, pleadings, discovery procedures and trial preparation.

· Strong time communication, time management, attention to detail and organizational skills.

· Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively and meet deadlines.

· Exceptional writing and proofreading skills.

· Strong work ethic, taking ownership and pride in work.

Benefits:

· Competitive salary based on experience; bonus opportunities.

· Health, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability and life insurance.

· Paid time off (PTO) and paid sick leave.

· 401(K) retirement plan.

· Free parking.

This is a full-time, non-exempt position with competitive compensation and benefits. The salary range is $84,000 - $98,000+ annually based on experience. Bonus opportunities in addition to salary,

A successful candidate will be team-oriented, have the ability to communicate well and represent the firm in a professional manner.

To be considered for this position, please submit your resume, cover letter, references and any relevant certifications to Sylvia Warner at View email address on us.fitly.work. In your cover letter, please highlight your relevant experience and the reason for your interest in our firm. Responses will be given to candidates who

closely meet our qualifications. No recruiters or agencies please.

Our policy is to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.

Sandhu Law Group, APC is a California multidisciplinary professional services firm. We are focused on providing legal and consulting capabilities at the very highest levels to achieve our clients' objectives.
We are experienced trial lawyers and trusted advisors, relied upon by our clients to protect their interests in a variety of industries. With offices in Sacramento, San Francisco, and Los Angeles, we are well-positioned to collaborate with our clients to reach their goals.