Litigation Paralegal - Stockton CA

Experienced Paralegal – Personal Injury, In‑office Role, Stockton, CA

Full‑time, On‑site. Stockton, California, United States.

We are seeking an experienced Personal Injury Paralegal to join our growing firm, working in our Stockton office.

• Timely and accurately e‑file legal documents with federal and state courts, while strictly abiding by local rules and guidelines.
• Prepare and organize legal documents such as pleadings, subpoenas, discovery requests and responses, briefs, and trial‑related documents, including witness lists, exhibits, jury instructions, and binders.
• Ensure attorneys’ calendars are accurately updated and coordinate court appearances, depositions, mediations, client meetings, and other litigation matters.
• Organize and maintain case files on Case Peer and Dropbox, ensuring all important information is accurately recorded and easily accessible.
• Assist attorneys with expert designations and discovery, scheduling, organizing files, and coordinating expert depositions.
• Coordinate with clients and medical providers to ensure appropriate treatment.
• Assist attorneys during trial with exhibits and scheduling witnesses and experts.
• Work with accounting to ensure case costs are accurately documented and paid timely.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to facilitate effective interaction with clients, attorneys, medical providers, and experts.
• Strong research skills to gather and analyze information relevant to personal injury cases.
• Sharp attention to detail to ensure all documentation and information is accurate and complete.
• Proficient organizational skills to manage a large caseload, multiple deadlines, and incoming documents.
• Thorough understanding of relevant medical terminology in personal injury cases and e‑filling procedures for state and federal courts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal software programs, including case management and document management tools such as Case Peer.
• Ability to empathize and provide support to clients who have been catastrophically injured and are dealing with physical and emotional trauma.
• Problem‑solving skills to identify and resolve issues that may arise during the case process.
• Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies or a related field, or a paralegal certificate preferred.
• Spanish speaking is a huge plus.
• Ability to work individually and collaboratively in a fast‑paced, in‑office environment.

• Competitive salary dependent upon experience.
• 401(k).
• Health & dental benefits.
• Paid time off.
• Professional development opportunities.