General Liability Paralegal

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This role offers a base pay range of $85,000.00/yr - $/yr and is based in Pacific Time Zone business hours (9:00 am to 5:00 pm). Candidates located near one of our firm’s offices may have the opportunity to work on a hybrid basis. Experience handling California cases is a plus.

MG+M is a nationally renowned litigation law firm concentrating on complex civil matters, with expertise in toxic tort, complex product liability, local government, general liability, and commercial litigation.

• 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.

• 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.
• 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.

• 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.

MG+M offers a hybrid work environment, competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k). Additionally, MG+M will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status. We are committed to cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity as a fundamental value.