Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Who We Are:

• Mokri Vanis & Jones, LLP provides a full range of transaction and litigation services throughout California and Nevada. We represent a broad spectrum of clients, from major multinational corporations and financial institutions to family-owned small businesses and private individuals.

About the Role:

• The Paralegal is a critical member of the team who supports attorneys in their practice by assisting in all aspects of case management; gathering, analyzing, and organizing information, drafting legal pleadings, discovery summaries and responses, motions, and other documents. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of litigation experience and must be extremely organized, self-motivated, accountable, independent, and reliable with a professional demeanor and communicates and interacts well with attorneys, management, and the rest of the legal support team. He/she must have excellent problem-solving, written and verbal communication, and the multi-tasking skills. This position is on-site with flex for 1 day remote after a 90 day probationary period.

What You'll Do:

• Works collaboratively with assigned attorneys and support staff in preparing legal documentation and/or processing transactions.
• Interviews clients; locates and interviews expert witnesses.
• Review and summarize discovery.
• Drafts legal documents including but not limited to discovery motions, summary judgment motions, appellate briefs, affidavits, memoranda, and letters.
• Investigates factual information to respond to litigation discovery requests or other information inquiries.
• Performs legal research and analysis, both manually and on computers; compiles, analyzes, and summarizes data.
• Manages cases and files; organizes and maintains files.
• Performs factual and technical investigation and analysis of case issues.
• Assists in all phases of case preparation including discovery and trial.
• Prepares for and attends trials.
• Reviews and finalizes litigation budgets.
• Prepares jury instructions and trial binders; coordinates trial exhibits.
• Monitors legal fees, budgets, and project status.
• Provides general logistical help and supports the maintenance of legal files.
• Assists in development and implementation of office systems and procedures as needed.
• Demonstrates a high level of professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Your Qualifications:

• Three+ years related experience or equivalent.
• Certification from an ABA-approved paralegal training program or equivalent required; Bachelors’ degree (B.A.) in related field or equivalent preferred.
• Strong research skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent grammatical and spelling skills.
• Proficient on Outlook and Microsoft products.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; able to manage priorities and workflow.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels.
• Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
• Creative, flexible, and innovative team player
• Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
• Acute attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and organize projects.
• Ability to perform diversified clerical functions and basic accounting procedures.
• Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds.
• Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace.

Why Work With Us? Our firm culture is about teamwork, support, good communication, a work/life balance and professional development opportunities. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• 401(k) + Employer Match
• Supplemental Insurance Options (LTD, Life, STD, Critical Illness, etc)
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick days
• Paid holidays

We look forward to hearing from you!

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Mokri Vanis & Jones, LLP provides a full range of transaction and litigation services throughout California and Nevada. We represent a broad spectrum of clients, from major multinational corporations and financial institutions to family-owned small businesses and private individuals.

Company Description

Mokri Vanis & Jones, LLP provides a full range of transaction and litigation services throughout California and Nevada. We represent a broad spectrum of clients, from major multinational corporations and financial institutions to family-owned small businesses and private individuals.

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