Paralegal, Employment Single Action (FEHA)

Summary

Wilshire Law Firm is a legal practice specializing in Personal Injury, Employee Rights, and Consumer Class Action lawsuits. The Paralegal will support attorneys in single-plaintiff employment litigation involving discrimination, wrongful termination, retaliation, and harassment by managing discovery, filings, client communications, and case deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Propound and respond to discovery
• Prepare substantive responses for Plaintiff and review Defendant’s responses
• Prepare documents for filing with the state and federal court
• Draft correspondence and regularly communicate with clients, experts, and defense counsel in an effective and courteous manner
• Ownership of calendaring and scheduling deadlines
• Assist with pre-trial preparation, including drafting trial documents and preparing exhibits
• Communicate effectively with Partners and Associates

Skills

• At least 2 years of Paralegal experience in Employment Litigation for Single Plaintiff (FEHA)
• Strong knowledge of employment law and state and federal filing process
• Working knowledge of the California Code of Civil Procedure
• Familiarity with DFEH and EEOC claims process
• Experience drafting Meet and Confer responses
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of e-Filing and California rules
• Excellent organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and follow-up skills
• Type at least 40 wpm
• Experience in Federal procedure is a plus

Qualifications

Must Haves

• At least 2 years of Paralegal experience in Employment Litigation for Single Plaintiff (FEHA)
• Strong knowledge of employment law and state and federal filing process
• Working knowledge of the California Code of Civil Procedure
• Familiarity with DFEH and EEOC claims process
• Experience drafting Meet and Confer responses
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of e-Filing and California rules
• Excellent organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and follow-up skills
• Type at least 40 wpm

Nice to Haves

• Experience in Federal procedure is a plus

Benefits

• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Team outings and sponsored events
• Employee referral bonus programs
• Firm-paid Medical HMO with affordable upgrades
• Firm-paid Life and AD&D insurance
• Low-cost Dental and Vision plans
• 401k
• FSA (Flexible Spending Account)
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Pet Insurance
• This position can be remote, or if hybrid based in Torrance, Irvine, San Diego, Oakland, or downtown Los Angeles.