PARALEGAL
Are you one of those special people who are motivated to win? Are you a natural "people-person" with the ability to connect to strangers? Are you driven to succeed, goal-oriented, and motivated by success? If so, then we want you on our team.
Applicants must send their resume to csouza@vzlawfirm.com to be considered for the role.
Join Our Firm
Here at Venardi Zurada, we are a dynamic, thriving, and growing plaintiff personal injury and employment law firm with offices in Walnut Creek and Oakland. We pride ourselves on providing top-notch services. Clients are #1 here at Venardi Zurada, and our goal is to provide an excellent customer service experience.
We are the Official Injury Attorneys of the San Francisco 49ers, Superlawyers 15 years in a row, Martindale Hubbell AV rated, featured in many news publications, as seen on KRON, FOX, NBC, Forbes, Bloomberg, the Recorder, and the Daily Journal, and many million and multimillion-dollar verdicts and settlements.
About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and experienced Paralegal/Legal Assistant (5+ years of experience) to join our team. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with exceptional organizational skills who can manage a diverse range of responsibilities and thrive in a fast-paced environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional who is eager to contribute to complex legal cases and grow their career.
This is an in-person position. Working hours are M-F, 8:30 am-5 pm.
Key Responsibilities
Our paralegals complete the tasks of both a Paralegal and a Legal Assistant/Secretary.
- Ensure the timely and accurate calendaring of deadlines, court appearances, depositions, and meetings.
- Handle electronic court filings with state and federal courts.
- Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel in a professional and effective manner.
- Draft, format, and edit legal documents, including pleadings and discovery responses.
- Manage and organize case files.
- Assist attorneys with all phases of litigation, including trial preparation, preparing witness lists, and organizing exhibits.
- Support administrative tasks as needed
Qualifications
Education
A paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program OR a bachelor’s degree in any subject, preferred, not required.
Experience
Must have paralegal experience of 5+ years. Preferred experience in the personal injury or employment field.
Technical Skills
- Proficiency with legal technology and case management software.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Soft Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
- Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet tight deadlines.
- Resourceful, proactive, and capable of working independently.
Benefits and Perks
Compensation
$35- $50 per hour, commensurate with experience
Health Coverage
Comprehensive medical, dental & vision insurance
Retirement
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Paid Time Off
3 weeks of PTO annually