An industry leading plaintiffs’ law firm is seeking a Paralegal for its active Honolulu office. The successful candidate will work in a team with 3 attorneys in a fast-paced but mutually respectful and supportive environment handling civil litigation on behalf of clients. We are looking for a proactive team player who enjoys client and expert contact, managing case details, preparing pleadings, discovery and e-filing, document review and research and analysis of data. We need someone who appreciates being challenged and knows when to exercise independent judgment and when to ask questions. While at least three years’ experience in civil litigation and certificate is preferred, we are open to a sharp candidate with less experience.
Expertise is required with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams), Zoom and Adobe. The candidate must have strong written and verbal communication skills and be able to prepare basic legal documents and correspondence. Knowledge of civil litigation rules, procedures, and deadlines is essential, and experience with legal calendaring systems, Lexis Nexis, Databases and online court filing systems is greatly preferred.
Essential functions include managing calendars, preparing and proofing documents and correspondence, handling client contact requiring discretion and judgment, facilitating filing and service of documents, maintaining complex case files in a digital format, scheduling meetings or legal proceedings, processing mail, answering e-mail and calls, and maintaining a working knowledge of the attorneys' practice area. Individual may manage and participate in site work in the field as needed. This applicant must have a valid Driver’s License and clear DMV record. Ability to work overtime as needed.
Please provide your resume and salary requirements.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Travel requirement:
Ability to Commute:
- Honolulu, HI 96813 (Required)
Work Location: In person