Employment Paralegal Clerk

 

Overtime Classification

Non-Exempt: 

Full / Part Time

Part Time

Reporting Location

Onsite Newport Beach, CA

Wage Band: 

MIN $40.00, MID $45.00,  Max $50. / hour

Reporting To Manager

EVP Of Admin/Legal/ HR Director

Legal Entity

Seaside Dining Group, INC.

POSITION SUMMARY:  As our  Employment Paralegal you will be involve in assisting attorneys with labor and employment cases, handling legal research, drafting documents (motions, discovery, position statements), managing case files, coordinating with clients/agencies, and preparing for hearings or trials, focusing on compliance, employee/employer issues, and dispute resolution, requiring strong organization, research, and communication skills to manage complex regulations and evidence.

 

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

 

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Document Management: Draft, review, and organize pleadings, discovery requests (interrogatories, admissions), position statements, subpoenas, and other legal documents.

• Legal Research: Conduct research on employment statutes, case law, regulations, and online resources such as State & County Law and Court databases.

• Case & File Management: Maintain client files, manage deadlines, organize exhibits, and track compliance dates.

• Discovery Support: Handle formal discovery, summarize depositions/transcripts, and manage electronic data/records.

• Client & Agency Liaison: Act as a point of contact for clients, HR, courts, and government agencies, gathering information and relaying messages.

• Trial & Hearing Preparation: Compile trial notebooks, arrange witness interviews, prepare witnesses, and assist attorneys with logistics and evidence.

•  Track and complete business license renewal and purchase, Worker Compensation, and Guest Claim.

• Administrative Tasks: Manage calendars, schedule appointments, handle correspondence, and perform general secretarial duties as needed.

 

Essential Skills

• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills are crucial for interacting with staff, clients, and vendors. 

• Organization: Excellent organizational and time-management skills are necessary to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively. 

• Attention to Detail: Essential for accuracy in bookkeeping, record-keeping, and managing office supplies. 

• Customer Service: Professionalism and strong customer service skills are needed to handle visitors and internal inquiries. 

• Computer Proficiency: Familiarity with office management software, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), and data entry. 

• Problem-Solving: The ability to identify and resolve issues to ensure smooth office operations. 

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. MUST be bilingual in Spanish and English.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Excellent time management skills with an ability to meet deadlines.

• Strong leadership skills.

• Strong ability to research questions using internet-based searching and to summarize and deliver options

• Ability to prioritize tasks and request assistance when appropriate.

• Ability to function well in a fast-paced and, at times, stressful environment.