Litigation Paralegal

Litigation Paralegal

Are you a skilled and motivated paralegal with a strong background in personal injury law? We are currently seeking an experienced paralegal to join our dynamic team at Cesar Ornelas Law.

As a leading law firm specializing in personal injury cases, we are committed to providing exceptional legal services to our clients. We believe in making a positive impact in the lives of individuals who have been affected by personal injuries, and we are looking for a paralegal who shares our passion and dedication.

Education requirements:

High School Diploma

Associates Degree or Undergraduate Degree Preferred

Paralegal Certification (+)

Key Responsibilities:

• - Conducting thorough case investigations and research
• - Assisting attorneys in preparing legal documents, including pleadings, discovery, and motions
• - Organizing and managing case files and documents
• - Coordinating with clients, witnesses, and experts
• - Preparing for trials and hearings, including drafting trial exhibits and witness lists
• - Providing administrative support to attorneys as needed

Qualifications:

• - Minimum of 4 years of experience as a paralegal, with a focus on personal injury law
• - Strong knowledge of personal injury laws and legal procedures
• - Proficiency in case management software and Microsoft Office Suite
• - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• - Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• - Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in a team environment
• Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules and procedures, practices etc.
• Highly organized with ability to juggle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to successfully and patiently multitask and tend to frequent interruptions
• Strong attention to detail with knowledge on e-File, litigation procedures, and laws or rules in multiple jurisdictions
• Exceptional knowledge and application of legal software, database expertise and Office Suite
• Paralegal associates degree or other relevant certification (preferred)
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) not required, but helpful and should be stated on resume

You will be responsible for the coordination of all the details before, during and after trial. The successful candidate will be able to help during all phases of the litigation process including conducting interviews, legal research, document drafting/filing, and attending trials, all while keeping well organized and meet varying deadlines.

If you are a dedicated and enthusiastic paralegal who is passionate about personal injury law, we would love to hear from you. Join our team and be part of a firm that values professionalism, integrity, and client advocacy.

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your personal injury experience to ksmith@oinjurylaw.com. We look forward to reviewing your application and exploring the opportunity to work together.

Work environment

We are helping people through what may be the worst point in their life. We expect compassion and understanding when not only working with the public but in our team as well. We try to ensure we have a fun environment because of the stress and sensitivity of the cases we work on. Our culture is family oriented and believe we work to live not live to work.

We keep the future of our staff top of mind by furthering their careers through training and education as well as developing various goals to promote from within to create a long-lasting tenure.?

If you would like to be a part of a company dedicated to our clients, our community, and each other, please apply today!

World Class Benefits Include

Pay: $48,000- $65,000 Starting based on experience

Medical

Dental

Vision

Long term Disability- 100% Employer covered.

Basic Life Insurance- 100% Employer covered.

Job Type: Full-time