Paralegal

Saunders Staffing Agency

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • $71,000-99,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 16 days ago
  • Apply easily
We have an opening for a Paralegal who will sit in our Office of General Counsel.The Paralegal supports the management of projects and tasks, including the review and analysis of documents, and leverages technology to work efficiently and proficiently to meet the project demands of the Office of the General Counsel.In this capacity, under the supervision of an attorney, the Paralegal will:
  • Review and analyze documents for production or transfer, including for relevance and privilege, and electronically redact documents as needed;
  • Perform manual and electronic searches using external systems and internal databases, including Relativity and Concordance, and assist with data analysis;
  • Plan, schedule, implement electronic and paper collection and review of documents;
  • Perform search term iterations for data culling and export;
  • Review, select, categorize, organize, and maintain documents;
  • Manage subpoena responses;
  • Prepare and quality check productions;
  • Provide support with the usage of the Firms File Transfer Protocol (FTP) systems Axway Secure File Transfer and LiquidFiles;
  • Coordinate with internal resources and outside vendor services to optimize cost, and quality, and meet deadlines;
  • Assist with review of Outside Counsel Guidelines, prepare client correspondence regarding proposed modifications to Outside Counsel Guidelines, and maintain a Client Terms database;
  • Perform work in an efficient and cost-effective manner;
  • Work overtime as required; and
  • Handle additional projects as assigned.
Proficiencies:
  • Understanding of attorney-client privilege and attorney work-product protection;
  • Advanced knowledge of Electronic Discovery and legal tech software, including but not limited to Relativity, Ringtail, Concordance, Summation, and DB/TextWorks;
  • Advanced knowledge of e-Discovery principles including Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM) and principles, management, and processing of electronically stored information (ESI) as related to legal matters, including the use of various ESI collection, management, review, and processing tools and applications;
  • Intermediate to advanced level of proficiency with Microsoft technology including but not limited to Windows, Office Suite, Excel, Exchange, SQL, and SharePoint;
  • Ability to analyze and manipulate data as needed for eDiscovery technology compatibly, analysis, and reporting;
  • Basic knowledge of Information Governance and Data Governance concepts;
  • Basic knowledge and understanding of data analysis and analytics;
  • Strong Analytical skills;
  • Ability to handle multiple projects and priorities simultaneously with a high degree of professionalism and client service orientation; and
  • Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelors degree (preferred); ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate (preferred);
  • eDiscovery industry-related certifications, preferred but not required;
  • At least 3 years of legal support work including document review, electronic discovery, and e-discovery principles; principles, management, and processing of electronically stored information (ESI) as they relate to legal matters, including the use of various ESI collection, management, review, and processing tools and applications (required);
  • At least 4 years experience in a professional services or legal environment (required); and
  • At least 2 years of Paralegal experience (required).
  • Employees will be provided with an excellent career opportunity in a collaborative environment, in addition to a generous total compensation package with the opportunity to earn bonuses based on individual contribution and firm profitability.
Eligible employees can participate in the Firm's comprehensive benefits program, which includes the following:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Long Term Care, and Short and Long Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
  • Healthcare Concierge and Advocacy
  • Voluntary 401k Plan and Profit Sharing
  • 10 Paid Holidays per year and a generous PTO program
  • Family Support including Pediatric Mental Health and Parental Support, Paid Parental Leave, Fertility Benefits, and Breast Milk Shipping
  • Back-up Child Care, Elder Care, and Tutoring
  • Wellness Programs (Employee Assistance Program, Mental Health, and Well-Being Events)
  • Retirement Plan Consulting
  • Anniversary Bonus Program
  • Professional Development Programs
  • Transportation Allowance and Commuter Benefits
  • International Travel Insurance
  • Auto/Home/Legal Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • And more!

Saunders Staffing Agency