Paralegal

Paralegal

Position Overview:

If you possess a strong work ethic, exceptional organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and want to work in the growing California defense litigation practice group, this may be the opportunity for you!

Must be located in California.

• A minimum of 3 years of civil defense litigation experience, preferably in personal injury defense, employment defense, and/or an insurance defense litigation practice area.
• Previous experience should include calendaring, docketing, interfacing with court personnel, opposing counsel, clients and vendors, drafting basic pleadings and legal correspondence.
• Computer skills: basic knowledge of computer operation, internet software, spreadsheet software and word processing software; preference for Microsoft products. Ability to type and operate office equipment.
• Self‑motivated and a self‑starter.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; professional interactions with clients, court personnel, opposing counsel, and internal team members.
• Detail‑oriented with a keen eye for accuracy, proofreading, and editing legal documents for consistency and completeness.
• Proactive and able to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
• Willingness to undertake additional tasks as requested by attorneys, contributing to overall team success.
• Associate degree or Bachelor’s degree a plus, but not required.
• Certified or Registered Paralegals strongly encouraged to apply.

• Maintain effective communication with attorneys, clients, courts, counsel, and other relevant parties.
• Support attorneys by performing administrative duties such as maintaining calendars, managing hearings and deadlines, organizing case files, and coordinating logistics.
• e‑fil documents in state or federal court as needed.
• Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices for efficient reference and retrieval (using Clio).
• Act as a liaison between trial teams and internal/external third parties, including experts and vendors, to ensure effective collaboration and information exchange.
• Track case progress, deadlines, and client information efficiently.
• Draft basic pleadings such as EOAs, notices, motions, discovery, under the supervision of attorneys.
• Prepare responses to discovery requests as needed.
• Assist with mediation or trial preparation, as needed.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and document management systems; experience with Clio a plus.

• Hourly rate depending on depth and years of experience ($35‑47/hour).
• Annual performance reviews with potential for sizeable increase in salary.
• Hybrid or remote work environment.
• Flexible work hours.
• Medical Insurance – currently provided by Cigna Healthcare with multiple plans to choose based on your needs; partially paid by the firm for employees. All outpatient mental health services are free of charge with no copays.
• Optional Dental & Vision Insurance.
• Optional Voluntary Life and Disability Insurance.
• Optional Voluntary Accident Insurance.
• Optional Critical Illness Insurance.
• Optional Cancer Insurance.
• Optional Hospitalization Insurance.
• Optional Health Savings Account.
• Optional Flexible Spending Account.
• 401(k) after one calendar year of employment.
• Paid time off (PTO) to support overall well‑being.

Founded in 2003, Lydecker is a growing AV‑rated full‑service national law firm with over 215 attorneys in twenty‑three offices across the nation.

Our vision at Lydecker is to be a trusted partner that redefines excellence in legal services. We envision a future where our innovative approach to client service sets new standards in the legal industry. With a relentless commitment to integrity, collaboration, and excellence, we aspire to be the first choice for clients seeking unparalleled solutions and results. Together, we will shape the future of legal practice, empowering individuals and clients to thrive in an ever‑evolving world.

At Lydecker, our mission is simple: to exceed client expectations…