Paralegal

Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP is a rapidly growing, national specialty litigation firm seeking an experienced paralegal to join our San Diego office. We are eagerly seeking candidates who foster a team-work mentality, have excellent communication skills, are problem-solvers, and are willing to take ownership of their job. Flexibility and excellent organization skills are key in our fast-paced environment. This is a 100% in-office position and remote work is not available. The following characteristics describe people who succeed in our Firm Unpretentious, Approachable, Respectful, Team-Oriented Accountable, Takes Ownership, Corrects Mistakes Organized, Timely, Confidential, Responsive (within 24 hours) Assist attorneys with the preparation of a civil case through discovery and prepare for, attend, and assist at trial Review, manage, summarize, and synthesize records and data of all kinds in various types of cases, with an emphasis on tort cases, including medical records and deposition transcripts Motion writing experience, such as oppositions to motions including discovery motions, motion to continue to trial Proficient in software programs such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel and able to learn other programs including document and case management systems Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints with minimal supervision and exceptional attention to detail Maintaining accurate and promptly recording billable time Education, Experience, and Skills Familiarity with performing research tasks using web-based legal research services Experience working with paperless files. iManage experience a plus Must successfully pass a background/drug screen Bachelor’s degree and paralegal certificate from ABA-approved program required. What we offer you Work-life balance Generous PTO policy Employee Assistance Program EOE Statement Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP (FMG) is committed to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees by maintaining a workplace free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status as provided by law. FMG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. This position is subject to our drug-free workplace policy, which includes the ability to pass a pre-employment drugscreen. Employees may be subject to reasonable-suspicion drug testing in accordance with Firm policies outlined in the Employee Handbook. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Freeman, Mathis & Gary Law