Litigation Paralegal – Remote

Position Summary

We have a unique opportunity in our Employment Practice for an entrepreneurial, creative paralegal residing in California to join us with option for a remote basis. The Litigation Paralegal will support multinational companies with their global labor and employment needs. The Paralegal will perform a variety of tasks including project administration, researching law, investigation preparation, preparing and summarizing documents, organizing case and project files, etc.

Qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for the position in accordance with the Fair Chance Ordinance.

Requirements

• Paralegal certification / degree from accredited college or university is preferred.
• Paralegal experience is preferred, in particular working in a labor/employment practice and Class Action/PAGA matters.
• Proficient in all Microsoft applications, including but not limited to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams; Lexis-Nexis and WestLaw, Live... Note, Document Management System, expense and billing systems.
• Must have the ability to work independently and take initiative on tasks/projects with minimal supervision.
• Must be a self-learner with the motivation to continuously develop skillsets, particularly pertaining to ever-changing software and technology.
• Native language ability in a language other than English is preferred.

We are not working with outside recruiters for this position.

Benefits

Ogletree Deakins offers a robust suite of benefits for our Staff including: Paid Time Off, Sick Time, a 401(k) matching program, Profit Sharing, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, affordable Health and Life Insurance including Dental & Vision coverage, Health Savings Account /Flexible Spending Accounts to help offset the cost of dependent care and/or health care expenses, Teladoc (24/7 access to a doctor by phone or online video), Tuition Reimbursement and an Employee Assistance Program.

Firm Overview

Ogletree Deakins is one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management in all types of employment-related legal matters. Premier client service, as outlined in the firm’s Client Pledge , is one of the firm’s top priorities and a cornerstone of its core values. U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” has named Ogletree Deakins a “Law Firm of the Year” for 10 consecutive years. For 2021, the publication named Ogletree Deakins its “Law Firm of the Year” in the Litigation – Labor & Employment category. Ogletree Deakins has more than 900 attorneys located in 53 offices across the United States and in Europe, Canada, and Mexico. The firm represents a diverse range of clients, from small businesses to Fortune 50 companies.

We are fully committed to the importance of diversity within the legal profession, as well as all workplace environments and strongly encourage the interest of diverse candidates in the firm.

Equal Opportunity Employer