Paralegal - PARRIS Law Firm

PARRIS Law Firm is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join our team. This is a senior-level role that serves as a lead within our litigation structure, guiding and overseeing the work of junior litigation assistants and secretaries. This is a hands-on position suited for a highly capable professional with experience in personal injury and/or environmental law. You will play a critical role in driving cases forward, supporting attorneys through all phases of litigation, and ensuring matters are handled with precision, urgency, and care.

Primary Duties:

• Manage a high-volume caseload through all stages of litigation, including trial
• Provide direction, oversight, and support to junior litigation staff, ensuring quality and consistency of work
• Coordinate and manage discovery, including reviewing discovery and responses for issues
• Identify experts needed, contact and retention of their services
• Review medical records and coordinate expert examinations
• Drive trial preparation including drafting trial pleadings, and in-person trial attendance as needed
• Routine contact with clients, opposing counsel, experts and attorneys 

Applicant Requirements:

• 10+ years of litigation experience
• Experience in personal injury and/or environmental law strongly preferred
• Strong working knowledge of California civil procedure and court rules
• Mastery of legal terminology, legal processes and procedures
• Experience filing in State, Federal, and Appellate Courts preferred
• Trial experience preferred
• High attention to detail and ability to prioritize competing deadlines
• Capable of typing a minimum of 70 WPM
• Spanish speaking is a plus

Our firm offers a comprehensive salary and benefits package that includes:

• 401k
• Annual Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Time
• 8 Paid Holidays per Year
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance
• Pay Range: $45 – $60/hour (commensurate with experience)