Adams & Martin Group is partnering with a growing plaintiff-side personal injury law firm seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join its team. This opportunity is open to both direct-hire and temp-to-hire candidates and offers the chance to work closely with attorneys in a collaborative, small-firm environment where your contributions will have a direct impact on every case.

The firm is looking for a highly organized, proactive paralegal who can manage a busy litigation caseload, support multiple attorneys, and serve as a key member of a close-knit legal team. Candidates with personal injury experience are strongly preferred.

Schedule & Location

• Full-time
• Monday through Friday
• 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
• Fully onsite
• Opportunity to work from the firm's growing San Mateo-area office once its open

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Growing plaintiff personal injury practice
• Small, collaborative team where every employee plays an important role
• Direct interaction with attorneys and clients
• Opportunity to support cases from intake through trial
• Stable, established firm with plans for continued growth

Top Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of paralegal experience
• Civil litigation experience is required
• Plaintiff personal injury experience is highly preferred
• Ability to support multiple attorneys and manage numerous active cases simultaneously
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Team-oriented mindset and willingness to assist wherever needed

Key Responsibilities

Litigation Paralegal Duties

• Support attorneys through all phases of personal injury litigation, from intake through trial
• Draft and prepare pleadings, discovery, correspondence, subpoenas, and other litigation documents
• Communicate regularly with clients, medical providers, experts, opposing counsel, and court personnel
• Obtain, organize, and maintain medical records, billing records, employment records, and other evidence
• Prepare discovery responses and assist with document productions
• Summarize medical records, depositions, and other case materials
• Assist with depositions, mediations, expert discovery, and trial preparation
• Maintain accurate electronic case files and litigation documentation

Litigation Calendaring & Case Management

• Maintain litigation calendars and monitor all court deadlines, filing deadlines, hearing dates, deposition schedules, and case milestones
• Possess a strong understanding of California state court procedures and litigation deadlines
• Track multiple active cases for three attorneys while ensuring deadlines are consistently met
• Coordinate scheduling and case logistics throughout the life of each matter

Qualifications

Required

• 4+ years of paralegal experience
• Civil litigation experience
• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures and deadlines
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, and electronic case management systems
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating closely with attorneys and staff

Highly Preferred

• Plaintiff personal injury litigation experience
• Experience reviewing and summarizing medical records
• Trial preparation experience
• Knowledge of California state court rules and procedures
• Experience supporting multiple attorneys in a fast-paced litigation environment

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, detail-oriented, and capable of taking ownership of assignments from start to finish. The firm is looking for someone who can balance multiple priorities, communicate professionally with clients, and contribute positively to a team-oriented culture.

This role is especially well-suited for a litigation paralegal with plaintiff personal injury experience who enjoys working in a smaller firm environment where teamwork, initiative, and strong litigation calendaring skills are highly valued.