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Role Description

This position requires the ability to work Pacific Time Zone business hours (9:00 am to 5:00 pm) on a remote basis to support our California offices. Experience handling California cases is a plus, though not required.

• Oversee and coordinate a high-volume General Liability docket for a Senior Managing Partner.
• Serve as primary liaison between attorneys, legal administrative assistants, and other paralegals to ensure efficient case management.
• Manage multiple complex litigation matters simultaneously.
• Monitor case filings and provide detailed assessments to attorneys.
• Draft and prepare initial drafts of various pre-trial motions, dispositive motions, and other pleadings.
• Review and evaluate discovery documents including medical records, sales documents, employment records, and other case materials.
• Compose case assessments and evaluations for review by associates and partners.
• Record and submit contemporaneous billable time in accordance with firm policies.
• Perform intensive administrative work and procedural tasks related to case management.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of General Liability Defense litigation experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel), Westlaw, PACER, and File & Serve Xpress.
• Experience handling California litigation is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a large caseload with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

Requirements

• Attendance & Punctuality: Consistently arrive at work and meetings on time; ensure responsibilities are covered when absent.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interface effectively with attorneys, other paralegals, and legal administrative assistants.
• Organization: Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Customer service: Respond promptly to attorney and client requests for service and assistance; meet commitments.
• Dependability: Follow instructions, complete tasks on time, work independently, and commit to the hours necessary to meet deadlines.
• Teamwork: Contribute to building a positive team spirit and support the success of colleagues.

Personal Attributes

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and capable of independent work.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional in interactions with a wide variety of individuals.
• Skilled in prioritizing and managing multiple tasks.
• Consistently punctual with excellent attendance.
• Flexible and willing to assist wherever needed.
• Demonstrates understanding of and adherence to firm policies and procedures.
• Comfortable working in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment with shifting priorities.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• MG+M offers a hybrid work environment, competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k).