Litigation Paralegal

Job Details: Job Location: Orange County Office

• Costa Mesa, CA, Salary Range: $75000.00 - $90000.00Salary, Messner Reeves LLP, a full-service national law firm, seeks a highly qualified Paralegal to join its fast-paced, complex litigation team in California. Paralegal Benefits Include: Medical, Dental, and vision insurance coverage Short and Long-Term Disability and Life insurance 401(k) retirement plan Paid Parental Leave Referral Program Paralegal Position Overview: This position requires a high degree of interaction with firm partners, associates, and clients. Candidates should have good judgment and impeccable professionalism. Paralegal Requirements: 5+ years of paralegal experience. Must be well-versed in both federal and state court procedures. Communicate with team, witnesses, and opposing counsel to ensure complete information is gathered and organized in a timely fashion. Experience handling multiple attorneys with full caseloads. Knowledge of medical records and terminology is strongly preferred. Utilize electronic format to organize and index medical records and prepare detailed documents and other party records chronologies, identifying and obtaining missing records or materials. Experience in legal document preparation, particularly propounding and responding to discovery and preparing initial, expert, and supplemental disclosures. Experience tracking and recording time using Prolaw or similar legal billing software. Use communication, experience, docketed deadlines, and knowledge of civil procedure rules as a guide. Must possess strong attention to detail, be highly organized, and communicate effectively. The ideal candidate will be experienced, inquisitive, and a self-starter, able to anticipate needs in litigation matters through jury trial. Paralegal Certificate. Must be located in California. At Messner Reeves LLP, we offer a great work atmosphere, a competitive compensation package, and comprehensive benefits. Qualifications: