Entry Level Paralegal

The Dispute Resolution Practice

Withers has defended the interests of successful individuals, businesses and brands for many years. With over 180 lawyers across Europe, Asia Pacific, the US and the Caribbean, we have an established international dispute resolution practice acting in complex country-specific and multi-jurisdictional cases.

We represent a range of domestic and international clients – from high-net-worth individuals and their families to corporate entities and governments – on an array of personal, professional and business disputes, and we are recognised globally for our experience in complex, cross border litigation. Our practice areas include commercial litigation, contract disputes, asset recovery and enforcement, board and shareholder disputes, insolvency, fraud, international arbitration, public international law, tax controversy, media and reputation management, employment and regulatory, divorce and family, trusts and succession, white collar investigations, and professional negligence. With a disputes portfolio valued at $14 billion, we have also pioneered the use of arbitration and mediation in commercial, family and, more recently, trust disputes.

The Role

This role will sit in our San Francisco office with an in-office requirement of four days a week.

The Litigation Paralegal will support attorneys within the firm’s Dispute Resolution practice and assist in all phases of litigation. The ideal candidate will assist with a wide range of responsibilities across both small and large‑scale cases, as well as other complex matters. These responsibilities may include handling large volumes of documents, preparing materials for production, assisting with depositions, and managing pleadings, privilege logs, and court filings in both state and federal courts.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career legal professional interested in gaining hands-on litigation experience in a collaborative law firm environment.  The position requires exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational and communication skills, and a collaborative approach to effectively prioritize and manage multiple cases and projects.  Responsibilities include the following:

·         Assist with organizing, maintaining, and managing electronic and hard-copy case files

·         Support attorneys with the preparation, proofreading, and filing of legal documents in state and federal courts

·         Assist with cite-checking, fact-checking, and formatting briefs and court filings

·         Compile exhibits, appendices, and supporting documents for filings, hearings, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trials

·         Conduct basic factual and legal research using Westlaw and other online resources

·         Track case deadlines and maintain litigation calendars

·         Assist with document collection, review, and production processes

·         Help prepare privilege logs and maintain litigation support databases

·         Coordinate with attorneys, staff, clients, and third parties to obtain and organize case-related information

·         Provide administrative and logistical support for depositions, hearings, trials, and other litigation events

·         Assist with electronic filing through state and federal court filing systems

·         Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

·         On occasion, travel to various courthouses and other agencies to file, retrieve, and deliver paper copies of documents.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not exhaustive.  It is intended to describe the general content of, and requirements for the performance of this job, and as such, the role may also include the undertaking of additional tasks as required.

Please note we are not accepting agency submissions for this role.

Key Skills and Experience

• Strong academic credentials; B.A required;
•       0-2 years of legal, paralegal, internship, or related professional experience
• Travel and overtime may be necessary
• Must possess strong technical skills and have an excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office; experience with iManage; WestLaw, and Lexis+ preferred
• Demonstrated interest in litigation or the legal profession
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
•       Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
•      Strong written and verbal communication skills
•      Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
•      Strong proofreading and analytical skills
• Strong research, drafting, writing, and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills and the ability to establish effective working relationships with colleagues
• Ability to work well independently, as well as within a team environment
• Excellent grammar, spelling, punctuation, form and style

For California, the expected salary range for this position is between $67,000 and $88,000. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

About Withers

Where global collaboration achieves exceptional results. 

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A law firm focused on people and collaboration. 

For the past 125 years, Withers has supported some of the world’s most remarkable people and organizations at defining moments in their lives. 

We are the only international law firm focused on successful individuals and private capital, working closely with founders, investors and family offices. We also advise governments, charities, global brands and start-ups of all shapes and sizes. 

Many of our clients are shaping the future, and creating solutions to tackle many of the world’s problems. It makes for a fascinating and challenging practice. 

Our role is to get to know each individual client, find out where they want to be, and help them to get there – whether they are building a business, buying a home or protecting and defending their interests. 

To meet their unique needs we are exceptionally collaborative, working together across teams and time zones. And we are agile – focusing on strategy rather than rigid ideas and traditional hierarchy.  

Join us to be part of a team that is always looking to the future. Where initiative, big ideas and bold moves are always encouraged. Where you can truly be yourself. 

We are delighted to announce that we have been awarded Mansfield Certification Plus in relation to our recruitment and leadership progression efforts in the US and UK. This certification is an encouraging milestone as we continue to champion diversity within our organization and in the wider legal sector. 

For more information on Withers, please visit the following links: General Career Site, LinkedIn, About Us 

Equal Opportunities Employment Statement

The firm is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  Equal employment opportunity has been and will continue to be a fundamental principle at the firm. Employment at the firm is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.  The firm prohibits and will not tolerate any discrimination or harassment on the basis of any of these classifications or characteristics.   For those applying for a position in the city of San Francisco, the firm will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal history in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website to apply for a position, please contact the firm at (203) 789-1320 or email us.recruiting@withersworldwide.com with your request.  Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation are made on a case-by-case basis.