We are looking for a skilled Paralegal to join a litigation team in Emeryville, California. This position supports attorneys from initial case development through trial, with a strong focus on document review, deadline management, and coordination across courts and third parties. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, strong organizational ability, and experience handling complex matters in a fast-moving legal setting.
Responsibilities:
- Analyze and condense medical, billing, and other case-related records into clear summaries for attorney review.
- Prepare, send, and monitor subpoenas for documents, witnesses, and court matters across various jurisdictions.
- Work with courts, healthcare providers, expert witnesses, and external organizations to secure records and supporting materials.
- Oversee litigation calendars and track filing dates, court deadlines, and follow-up tasks to keep matters progressing on schedule.
- Assemble pleadings, discovery materials, exhibit sets, deposition summaries, and trial notebooks for active cases.
- Support attorneys before depositions and hearings by organizing witness information, exhibits, and related case documents.
- Submit legal filings to county and state courts, including electronic filing when required by the jurisdiction.
- Maintain orderly electronic and paper case files so documents are accessible, complete, and up to date.
- Assist with trial logistics by preparing exhibits, coordinating materials, and ensuring readiness for hearings and courtroom proceedings.
- Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court staff, service providers, and other case contacts.
- At least 3 years of experience supporting litigation matters in a paralegal capacity.
- Demonstrated ability to review and summarize medical records in document-heavy cases.
- Working knowledge of subpoena practices and court filing procedures across multiple counties or jurisdictions.
- Prior experience preparing cases for trial, including exhibit and document organization.
- Familiarity with litigation timelines, court rules, and procedural requirements.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal case management platforms.
- Strong organizational, analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Paralegal certification or comparable practical experience is preferred.