Ability to manage a large volume of cases and multiple assignments concurrently
Requirements:
Track Statute of Limitations deadlines and other due dates (court hearings, response deadlines, etc.)
Schedule and calendar remote appearances and motion hearings for attorneys
Draft legal documents and judicial council forms (summons, complaints, notices, declarations) for filing with the court
Maintain and update firm database and track service of process; coordinate with opposing counsel and clients as needed
Job description
Description
Position at Jacoby & Meyers
Do you want to LOVE where you work and get trained to be a successful litigation assistant?
Jacoby & Meyers is the pre-eminent law firm protecting consumers since 1972. We are currently seeking a smart and determined litigation assistant to join our growing team. At Jacoby & Meyers, every single employee gets to make an impact. Our values guide the way we work with each other. It's a culture where you have the freedom to experiment and push your talents as far as they can go.
Job Title: Litigation Assistant Administrative
Type of Position: Full time
Location: 4 days in person, 1 day remote
Pay: $21- 32/hr
Job Description:
Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Track Statute of Limitation deadlines
Collaborate with the assigned team during weekly and monthly team meetings and case audits/reviews.
Maintain and update firm database using firm software.
Process incoming mails, faxes, and email attachments.
Ensure that firm protocol and procedures are followed when organizing and saving documents to the client file.
Track due dates, appearances and deadlines including, but not limited to: statutes of limitations, response deadlines, court hearings, etc.
Coordinate and correspond with opposing counsel regarding depositions, hearings, etc.
Schedule and calendar remote appearances and motion hearings for attorneys.
Maintain team calendar.
Navigate California Superior Court websites and dockets to obtain relevant information.
Conduct background research and investigation for active litigation cases.
Draft various legal documents and judicial council forms, including but not limited to: summons, complaints, ancillary documents, notices, and declarations for filing with the court.
Send requests to legal services company as needed (filings, courier requests, etc.).
Track service of process for all Defendants in active litigation cases.
Maintain and update master proofs of service.
Propound and respond to discovery and supplemental discovery requests.
Correspond with and contact clients as needed with updates.
Handle client relations and coordinate deposition and discovery completion with clients.
Obtain client signatures on various documents via Docusign, email and/or mail.
Process Plaintiff deposition transcripts.
Provide case status updates to medical providers as needed.
Qualifications:
At least 1 years of civil litigation experience
Very well organized
Good and consistent follow up skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to handle large volume of cases and multiple cases at a time
Ability to work well independently and in a team setting
Paralegal Certification is a plus
Knowledge of internet software, spreadsheet software and word processing software
Prior experience with Google Suite is a plus
What We Offer:
Medical, Dental, Vision and Pet Insurance
Company-paid Life Insurance and AD&D Coverage, Voluntary Life Insurance
Short-term and Long-term Disability
Employee Assistance and Travel Assistance Programs
Paid Time Off, Paid Sick Time, Paid Holidays
Health FSA and Dependent Care FSA
Accident Insurance
Commuter Transportation Incentive
Flexible Hours
Fully-paid parking
401(k) with Company Match
Learning and Development Programs
Remote Positions
About J&M:
Jacoby & Meyers was founded in 1972 with the intention of making the legal system more accessible to the average person. Now, more than 50 years later, we continue to help people get the justice and compensation they deserve. Specializing in all types of accident claims, including automobile, motorcycle, bicycle, Uber/Lyft, or trucking accidents, slip and falls, dog bites, construction accidents and other wrongful conduct, the attorneys at Jacoby & Meyers have recovered over a billion dollars for their clients' personal injury and wrongful death claims caused by the negligence of a third party.
