Senior Litigation Paralegal

About the Position

Boxer & Gerson is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys handling plaintiff-side personal injury litigation. This is a hands-on role for someone who can independently manage discovery workflows, communicate regularly with clients, develop case facts, and help move matters from intake through resolution. The position also includes the calendaring, filing, and document-management work necessary to keep an active litigation caseload organized and on track.

This position is HYBRID! Weekly attendance in-office will be necessary, but specific days are negotiable and as needed.

About Boxer & Gerson

Boxer & Gerson, LLP is a Bay Area law firm representing injured workers and individuals in personal injury, workers’ compensation, and related litigation matters.

Classification and Employment Terms

This is a union position covered by the applicable collective bargaining agreement. . This description summarizes the general nature of the position and does not alter or supersede the CBA's description.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and update personal injury case files throughout the life of the case.
• Take primary responsibility for discovery workflows, including drafting responses to written discovery for attorney review.
• Interview clients to obtain facts, prepare complete discovery responses, and follow up on missing or inconsistent information.
• Coordinate collection, review, organization, and production of responsive documents.
• Calendar deadlines, hearings, depositions, appointments, and follow-ups.
• Prepare, proofread, file, and serve legal documents and correspondence.
• Communicate with the court, medical providers, insurance carriers, and opposing counsel.
• Request, track, and organize medical records, bills, reports, and case documents.
• Prepare materials for settlement demands, mediation, and trial.
• Support attorneys with filing and administrative needs.
• Perform related duties consistent with the position and applicable CBA.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a paralegal, senior litigation support, or comparable substantive case-management role.
• Minimum 3 years of personal injury litigation experience; plaintiff-side experience preferred.
• Demonstrated experience independently preparing and coordinating written discovery responses, including obtaining substantive information and documents directly from clients.
• Ability to quickly learn new software, legal technology, and workflow tools.
• Experience with calendaring, e-filing, document preparation, and other litigation support.
• Familiarity with medical records, billing records, liens, damages, insurance claims, and settlement documents.
• Meets the education, training, or experience requirements for paralegals under California Business and Professions Code section 6450 and can provide supporting documentation upon request.

Technology and Software Experience Preferred

• Microsoft Office, including Teams and Outlook Calendaring
• MerusCase
• Abacus
• Adobe
• OneLegal
• RingCentral

Qualifications and Qualities

• Strong analytical, writing, fact-development, and document-review skills.
• Ability to work efficiently and independently in a fast-paced litigation environment while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Skilled at balancing multiple cases, deadlines, and competing priorities with sound judgment and practical problem solving.
• Compassion, patience, and professionalism when working with injured clients and families.
• Strong organizational skills, follow-through, and attention to detail.
• Proactive, dependable, discreet, and collaborative.
• Spanish language skills are a plus.

Attendance, Work Environment, and Location

Regular and reliable in-office attendance during scheduled work hours is required. The office is located in a well-appointed, transit-friendly building just steps from 12th Street BART station, with convenient access to nearby dining and building amenities, including an on-site fitness center. Occasional overtime may be required consistent with operational needs, applicable law, and the CBA.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $90,000 to $110,000 per year, depending on experience. Benefits are provided in accordance with the CBA and firm policy and may include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, paid holidays, retirement benefits, and other firm-provided benefits.

Boxer & Gerson is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law.

Pay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• What is your typical case load and how many attorneys do you support?
• What type of discovery responses have you personally drafted? (more than shells) Briefly tell me about your process.
• How often did you communicate with clients in your previous role, and what types of questions or issues were you responsible for handling with them?

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• Litigation Paralegal: 5 years (Required)
• Plaintiff's Personal Injury Paralegal: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Paralegal Certificate (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Oakland, CA 94612