What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation/Research Paralegal position at AppleOne?
A well-established personal injury law firm located in downtown is seeking a skilled and professional Litigation/Research Paralegal to join our team. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and experienced in handling all phases of litigation in a fast-paced environment. 1. Case Intake & Investigation • Gather initial facts from clients, witnesses, and experts. • Organize and analyze documents, photos, contracts, or correspondence. • Run background checks or search public records. 2. Legal Research & Writing • Research statutes, case law, court rules, and procedural requirements. • Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and discovery responses for attorney review. 3. Discovery Process • Prepare interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission. • Review and summarize depositions, medical records, or expert reports. • Organize discovery responses for opposing counsel. 4. Trial Preparation • Create trial binders, witness lists, and exhibit lists. • Prepare subpoenas and coordinate witness appearances. • Assist with jury instructions, voir dire materials, and trial exhibits. 5. Court Filings & Case Management • File documents with the court (electronic and in-person). • Track deadlines and court dates using case management systems. • Maintain and update case files so attorneys have quick access to information. 6. Client & Third-Party Communication • Serve as a point of contact between the client and attorney. • Coordinate with opposing counsel, court staff, and vendors like court reporters. Qualifications: Minimum 3 to 5 years of civil litigation experience (personal injury preferred) Strong knowledge of court procedures and deadlines Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to multitask and manage time effectively Proficiency in legal software and Microsoft OfficeEqual Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected VeteransThe Know Your Rights poster is available here: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdfThe pay transparency policy is available here: https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_ English_formattedESQA508c.pdfFor temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, the Company is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.AppleOne participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program.https://e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster_ES.pdfWe also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.#1041Company DescriptionThis company offers growth and a great group of people to work with.
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