Paralegal, Employment Single Action (FEHA)

• Drafting discovery, propounding, and depo notices for attorney review.
• Prepare substantive responses for Plaintiff and review Defendant’s responses.
• Prepare TOC’s, TOA’s, and other documents for filing with the state and federal court.
• Draft Meet & Confers, complaints, witness statements, correspondence and regular communication with clients, experts, and defense counsel in an effective and courteous manner.
• Ownership of calendaring and scheduling deadlines, ensuring accuracy, and providing attorneys with 14, 7, and 3-day reminders for instructions.
• Assist with pre-trial preparation, including drafting trial documents and preparing exhibits.
• Communicate effectively with Partners and Associates

• At least 4 years of Paralegal experience in Employment Litigation for Single Plaintiff (FEHA), with strong knowledge of state and federal filing process and the California Code of Civil Procedure
• Familiarity with DFEH and EEOC claims process.
• Experience drafting and propounding discovery, initial complaints, meet and confer responses, witness statements, disclosures, designation of experts, objections letters, etc.
• Knowledge of e-Filing and California rules and deadlines for propounding, serving discovery, depo notices, entry of default, motions, MSC, TSC, etc...
• Experience in Federal procedure is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Litify and Milana experience or similar preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and follow-up skills
• Type at least 40 wpm

• $36.50-52.89/hr ($72,000 - $110,000) based on experience

• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Varied Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Firm-paid Life and AD&D insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• FSA, EAP, Pet Insurance
• 401k

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