Job Description

Job Description

Mass Tort Litigation Paralegal

Are you a highly- motivated and energetic individual who can take direction from others and work with a team to successfully achieve goals? Can you efficiently move from talking to busy attorneys to handling detailed administrative tasks? Do you have excellent communication and organizational skills? Do you want to be of service to people who are injured by the greed and carelessness of large corporations?

If so, the Mass Tort Litigation Paralegal role at Gomez Trial Attorneys could be your perfect fit. As a Mass Tort Litigation Paralegal, you will play a vital role in supporting our attorneys in the preparation, organization, and management of mass tort cases. You will support our firm-wide success by making sure each case gets the attention required. This is a position for someone who is looking for a long-term commitment with opportunities to grow with a dynamic and reputable law firm.

Who we are:

Gomez Trial Attorneys is a highly successful, community focused, thriving Trial Law Firm headquartered in Downtown San Diego with multiple offices across Southern California.

Our founder, John Gomez, is a prominent leader in the field and has won San Diego’s Outstanding Trial Lawyer Award 11 times. We have been named Top Lawyers in various areas, including personal injury, product liability, mass torts, car accidents, insurance, and corporate litigation. We put our heart and soul into delivering the absolute best client experience and unparalleled legal representation.

Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive case research and gather relevant information for mass tort litigation cases
• Assist attorneys in drafting and filing legal documents, including complaints, motions, briefs, and discovery requests in both state and federal courts
• Coordinate and manage document production, including organizing and indexing electronic and physical files
• Collaborate with attorneys to develop case strategies and prepare for trial
• Review and summarize deposition transcripts, medical records, and other case-related documents
• Conduct legal research to support case arguments and responses
• Assist in preparing for and attending client meetings, depositions, hearings, and trials
• Communicate and collaborate with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties involved in mass tort litigation
• Maintain case calendars, track deadlines, and ensure timely completion of tasks
• Stay updated on relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends related to mass tort litigation

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree, Associate’s Degree, and/or paralegal certification from an accredited institution
• Prior experience working as a paralegal (experience in mass tort litigation preferred)
• Proficient in legal research, case management software (Filevine preferred), and electronic discovery tools
• Strong knowledge of state and federal civil litigation procedures and rules
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multitask, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook and Adobe Acrobat Pro
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well in a team
• Willingness to travel for depositions, hearings, and trials
• Ability to be detail-oriented, diligent, and flexible
• Self-starter who can handle conflicting time demands and focus on task completion
• Ability to work and with diversified individuals of various ethnic backgrounds and professional competencies

Job Type: Full-time, in-person

Pay: Salary, $65k - $80k

Benefits: Gomez Trial Attorneys offers a generous benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Additionally, employees are offered a 401(k) account with a company match as well as paid vacation and paid holidays.

Gomez Trial Attorneys is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, transgender status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or other protected class.