Harrison LLP · 12 hours ago
Litigation Paralegal
Harrison LLP is a premier private wealth planning law firm with multiple offices across the nation, focusing on sophisticated legal advice and exceptional client service. They are seeking a dedicated Litigation Paralegal to assist attorneys with various legal tasks, including document drafting, client interaction, and case preparation in their Burlingame, CA office.
CommercialLegal TechWealth Management
Responsibilities
Draft motions, pleadings (ex partes’ declarations, stipulations, propose orders, notices), portion of mediation briefs, correspondence, and discovery documents; help with document production, including document summaries, and formatting filings, including TOA/TOC, citations, redactions, and service
Communicate with clients as directed; assist with client intakes, engagement letters, participate in meetings
Use the calendar system; set reminders, calculate and track deadlines, and assist with all scheduling for any appearance and case related meetings
Maintain and organize case files; assist with opening/closing files, document productions and summaries, and updates
Support preparation for hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials—including binder creation, exhibit organization, and logistics coordination
Assist attorneys with pleadings, motions, discovery, and e-filing, conduct document review/summaries and legal research
Deadline management, drafting, reviewing, and assistance with expert discovery, and depositions. Subpoena documents and run property/person profile searches
Perform miscellaneous administrative tasks and assist with other responsibilities as assigned
Qualification
Required
2+ years of litigation experience
Paralegal Certification
Extensive experience with calendaring deadlines and dates
Stellar drafting and writing skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis)
Effective communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and be proactive
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion
Self-motivated and able to work independently or as part of a team
Preferred
Trust & Estate & Civil litigation experience
Associate's degree
Company
Harrison LLP
Harrison LLP is a national law firm that assists clients in defining and achieving their private wealth goals, delivering peace of mind through sophisticated and practical legal counsel.