Overview
Kaufman Dolowich, recognized by U.S. News in their list of "Best Companies to Work For - Law Firms" is seeking a Paralegal with 3+ years of litigation experience. Our West Los Angeles Legal Support Department is comprised of highly skilled and motivated individuals, who are seeking a dynamic self-starter to join their growing team!
Job Responsibilities :
- Works with attorneys to develop legal arguments, motions and other case filings
- Utilizes existing files and a variety of other research resources to develop information for pending cases
- Drafts discovery demands and responses, including, but not limited to, Requests for Production, Interrogatories, Notices for Discovery and Inspection and Requests for Admissions
- Prepares trial and arbitration hearing binders, as well as processing deposition transcripts
- Prepares first set of exhibits for motions, discovery responses, timelines, exhibits, etc
- Reviews outgoing document production, including redacting and Bates stamping
- Creates Preservation of Evidence Letter and Document Request Letters
- Performs legal research
- Processes HIPAA authorizations and follow up with providers for medical records
- Reviews, summarize and analyze medical records to assist with defense of action
- Other duties, as needed, to support the firm and office operations
Benefits :
Competitive salary & growth opportunitiesComprehensive benefits packages (Medical, Vision, Dental, Voluntary Plans)Firm paid Life Insurance / AD&D and LTDProfessional team-oriented environmentQualifications
Litigation experienceExcellent communication and organizational skillsIndustry recognized certification from organizations such as ABA, NALA or AACPExperience in using legal database software (NetDocs and West Law preferred)Familiarity with legal terminology and principlesThe ability to analyze legal documents, as well as perform legal research, for accuracyAbility to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer serviceSuccessful candidates will have access to exceptional career development opportunities and a competitive total rewards package, including the potential to earn performance-based bonuses
Target Hiring Range : $60,000 - $95,000
Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and does not guarantee a specific offer. Actual compensation will be determined based on market location, as well as the candidate's experience, skills, and job-related qualifications. Base salary represents just one component of the comprehensive Total Rewards package offered by Kaufman Dolowich, which also includes a discretionary and billable hours-based bonus program and a robust benefits offering for full-time employees.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at Kaufman Dolowich without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. Kaufman Dolowich is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.