Employment Law Paralegal (PAGA Experience Required)
About this role
The Los Angeles, California office of Kaufman Dolowich is a full-service National Law firm with more than 250 attorneys across 16 offices and over 25 practice areas. We are actively seeking a Paralegal with 3+ years of experience to work directly with our attorneys to prepare for upcoming cases and get involved in fact-finding projects.
If you are someone who enjoys tackling complex litigation, collaborating with sharp legal minds, and playing a meaningful role in case strategy, this is an opportunity to grow your career in a fast-paced and supportive environment.
Responsibilities
- Partner with attorneys to develop legal arguments, motions, and key case filings
- Conduct in-depth research and analyzing case materials to support litigation strategy
- Draft and manage discovery, including Requests for Production, Interrogatories, and Requests for Admissions
- Prepare trial and arbitration binders, organizing exhibits, and supporting deposition preparation
- Review and manage document productions, including redaction and Bates stamping
- Draft preservation of evidence and document request letters
- Coordinate medical record collection, process HIPAA authorizations, and summarize records for case use
- Support overall case management and contribute to a high-performing legal team
- Other duties, as needed, to support the firm and office operations
Qualifications
- 3+ years of Employment Litigation experience, including PAGA matters
- Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills
- A certification from organizations such as American Bar Association, National Association of Legal Assistants, or American Alliance of Paralegals
- Experience with legal technology such as NetDocuments and Westlaw
- A sharp eye for detail and the ability to analyze legal documents with accuracy
- A proactive mindset with the ability to meet deadlines while maintaining a positive, team-focused attitude
Why Join Kaufman Dolowich?
- Competitive compensation packages along with performance and billable hour-based bonus programs
- Comprehensive benefits offerings
- Uncapped professional development opportunities
- Dynamic, team-oriented, on-site working environment with open communication and suppory
Successful candidates will have access to exceptional career development opportunities and a competitive total rewards package, including the potential to earn performance-based bonuses
Base Salary Range: $70,000 - $110,000
Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and does not guarantee a specific offer. Actual compensation will be determined based on market location, as well as the candidate’s experience, skills, and job-related qualifications. Base salary represents just one component of the comprehensive Total Rewards package offered by Kaufman Dolowich, which also includes a discretionary and billable hours-based bonus program and a robust benefits offering for full-time employees.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at Kaufman Dolowich without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. Kaufman Dolowich is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Company at a glance
Kaufman Dolowich LLP is a leading national law firm representing clients across a wide range of industries in key practice areas, including labor and employment, directors and officers liability, professional liability, commercial litigation, insurance coverage and litigation, data privacy and cybersecurity, consumer financial services, real estate, general liability, and construction law. Headquartered on Long Island, N.Y., the firm advises national and global clients of all sizes.
Top Benefits
- Performance Bonus
- Billable Hour-Based Bonus
- Comprehensive Benefits Offerings
- Professional Development Opportunities
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