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Our firm is looking for a paralegal to join our team of medical malpractice attorneys in our San Francisco firm. This is a great opportunity for a compassionate, outgoing, and energetic person interested in growing their career in medical malpractice law. If you are an excellent communicator and a good writer, are a curious person, and you love a fast-paced work environment with opportunities to learn and grow your career, we'd love to speak with you!
Benefits for the Paralegal:
- Competitive hourly pay of $30.00 – $50.00 per hour, depending on experience, plus overtime pay when needed.
- General annual bonus
- On-the-job training
- Work from home flexibility
- Comprehensive benefits for employees and their families
- 401(k) with company match
- Opportunities for career growth
- Company sponsored education and certifications
Responsibilities for the Paralegal:
- Conduct detailed research on laws, legal precedents, regulations, and legal articles relevant to cases.
- Draft and prepare legal documents such as contracts, affidavits, motions, pleadings, and subpoenas.
- Organize and manage case files, maintaining case calendars, tracking important deadlines, and managing exhibits.
- Act as a liaison between attorneys and clients, scheduling meetings, and often providing case updates.
- File legal documents with courts and agencies, ensuring that all procedural and administrative requirements are met.
- Assist attorneys in trial preparation by organizing exhibits, preparing witness files, and helping prepare courtroom presentations.
- Summarize depositions, interrogatories, and trial transcripts, as well as analyze information to assist in legal strategy.
- Handle general office tasks such as answering phones, scheduling, and managing correspondence related to legal matters.
Qualifications for the Paralegal:
- 5+ years of experience as a legal assistant or paralegal
- Curious disposition
- Excellent writing skills
- Ability to handle stressful situations
- Exceptional organizational skills
- Flexibility – ability to work flexible hours, with periodic down-time, and periodic overtime
- Litigation support is a must.
At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.
JOB ID: 154039
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