Paralegal

Description

Kahana Feld is a nationally recognized, award-winning law firm with twelve offices across the country—and we’re continuing to expand our team

Summary

The Paralegal will be responsible for working with attorneys and other departments and/or staff as assigned to provide support through all aspects of litigation in a variety of practice areas.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Under the supervision of an attorney, coordinate, organize, prepare, and interpret complex legal documents.
• Coordinate with attorneys and paralegal Is to direct workflow on various cases.
• Supervise paralegal Is on their duties performed and assist accordingly.
• Review and maintain documents and case files ensuring accuracy, organization, and confidentiality
• Compile pleadings for filing with courts and relevant agencies.
• Conduct electronic document reviews, coordinate productions of documents with attorneys, conduct searches of production databases for relevant documents, and conduct other related eDiscovery tasks.
• Assist with drafting discovery, pleadings, and status reports.
• Organize and conduct case-related team meetings as needed.
• Collaborate with attorneys and team members to develop effective case strategies and timelines. Review and draft summaries of discovery responses, document productions, and relevant records.
• Assist with preparation and review of materials for court hearings and depositions.
• Attend client meetings, conference calls, and other case related meetings with attorneys.
• Conduct legal research, document review, and compile relevant case information; perform factual research in internal and external databases and libraries.
• Review and process vendor invoices for accuracy.
• Coordinate and prepare for trials by coordinating exhibits, witnesses, and trial binders; attend trials if necessary and provide support to attorneys at court and agency hearings.
• Accurately document and bill for all billable work and tasks according to billing procedures; meet annual billable hours requirement.
• Communicate and interact with filing clerks, court room assistants and calendar clerks.
• Liaise with outside vendors such as court reporters, experts, mediators, etc.

Qualifications

• 1 -5 + years of experience preferred, working as a legal secretary or paralegal, preferably with a focus on business litigation, appellate, labor and employment, personal injury, or construction defect cases.
• Paralegal Certificate
• Proficiency in legal research, including familiarity with online databases and resources.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with professionalism in client and colleague interactions.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation and file management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software applications.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
• Proficient in use of third-party e-filing providers, including but not limited to One Legal, First Legal, Odyssey File & Serve, Green Filing, etc.
• Proficient in use of PACER and the federal Judiciary’s Case Management/Electronic Case Files (CM/ECF) system.

This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

About Kahana Feld

We are UPSTANDING

We prioritize integrity and high character and pride ourselves on an inclusive culture.

We are OUTSTANDING

We achieve excellent results for our clients by recruiting and developing great attorneys and legal professionals while providing the resources necessary to succeed.

We are UNDERSTANDING

We listen to our clients, ask questions, communicate clearly, and respond promptly.

Our DIVERSITY STATEMENT

At Kahana Feld, diversity, equity, and inclusion are a priority. Our culture nurtures a sense of pride, ownership, and passion that transcends titles and roles. We believe that respecting and valuing differences and diverse backgrounds fosters a more collaborative work environment, engenders a better understanding of our clients, and helps us achieve better results.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Kahana Feld provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Job Type

Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Work Location

In-office first 90 days ,Hybrid

Work Schedule

8:30-5:30pm Monday-Friday. Occasional weekends and holidays.

Physical Requirements

Primarily sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading. Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. Must have the ability to walk short distances, and/or drive a vehicle to deliver and pick up materials. Work can be performed with or without accommodations.

Travel

5-10% domestic travel by car and by plane.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $32.00 - $50.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Walnut Creek, CA 94596