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About Us :
Lorber, Greenfield & Olsen, LLP is a prestigious civil litigation defense firm with 44 years of experience. Since 1980, we have specialized in construction defect and casualty claims, successfully representing developers and general contractors in major cases. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our AV Peer Review Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
The Position :
We are seeking a full-time Construction Defect Litigation Paralegal to join our talented legal team in San Diego, CA. This role is fully remote; however, the candidate must live within driving distance of the San Diego office for occasional onsite meetings, inspections, etc. Experience in Construction Defect Litigation (developer representation) is a must. Ideal candidates will excel in document management skills.
Key Responsibilities :
- Records management : indexing records received; following up on missing records; reviewing records for additional sources; initiate processes to obtain records from those additional sources.
- Public Records Requests for both CD and PI cases
- Preparation of authorizations and subpoenas and follow up on responses thereto
- Preparation of draft discovery responses through review of file materials and client follow-up, including signed verifications
- Compiling and preparing records for production
- Facilitate expert retention and liaison with expert throughout life of case
- Professionally communicate with clients, witnesses, experts and counsel
- Adherence to billing minimums and differing requirements of the carriers
- Meet and maintain annual firm billable requirements monthly.
Required Skills and Qualifications :
Minimum 2-3 years of Construction Defect Litigation experience requiredAdherence to assignment / calendar / court deadlinesProficient in Word, Excel, Outlook and AdobeApplication of Bates numbering via AdobeFollow firm's protocolStrong organizational skills for cases with large volumes of documentationProficiency in current state and federal rules of civil procedureKnowledge of local county court rules and proceduresExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong analytical and critical thinking capabilitiesAbility to work effectively both autonomously and collaborativelySelf-motivated with ability to work with deadlines and communicating progressBenefits of Joining Lorber, Greenfield & Olsen, LLP :
Collaborate closely with firm PartnersIncredible teams and work life balanceRemote / Occasional HybridMedical InsuranceLife InsuranceVision InsuranceLong Term DisabilityFlex Spending Plan401K + Employer MatchThe anticipated compensation for this role falls between $65,000 and $80,000 annually. While we expect to offer a salary within this range, the final figure will be determined based on several factors, including the selected candidate's expertise and background.
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