Paralegal- Litigation

• This position is based at the Company’s offices in Burbank, California with 4 days a week (Monday through Thursday) in the office, and occasional visits to the Company’s office in Anaheim, California.**
  
  
  

About the Role & Team:

The Walt Disney Company is a diversified, international family entertainment and media company whose operations include theme parks and resorts, filmed entertainment including motion pictures and television shows, home video products, records, consumer products, a cruise line, radio and television stations, broadcast and cable networks, Internet offerings and publishing activities. Now is your chance to join our dedicated team that delivers unparalleled creative content to audiences around the world.

At Corporate, you’ll team with the best in the business to build one of the most innovative global businesses in any industry. Uniquely positioned at the center of an exciting, multi-faceted Company, the Litigation Group provides support for our businesses in all aspects of legal matters, all the while gaining something valuable from the experience themselves. Come see the most interesting Company from the most interesting point of view.

Paralegal – Litigation

We are seeking a Paralegal to join the Corporate Legal Litigation and Employment group to support our Burbank and Anaheim, California teams. This position assists in-house attorneys, outside counsel, and senior litigation paralegals with all facets of case preparation, and in a variety of litigation matters including, intellectual property, employment, personal injury, and other business matters.

What You Will Do:

• Provide assistance on litigation and employment matters for Burbank and Anahiem offices.
• Assist with document collection from various business units and legal groups.
• Prepare responses and reports related to claims, demand letters, and litigation requests.
• Review pleadings, discovery responses, and other litigation documents.
• Assist with witness interviews and depositions.
• Assist with responding to subpoenas.
• Assist with small claims matters.
• Review and respond to unsolicited idea submissions.
• Assist with drafting and issuing legal holds.
• Assist senior level paralegals with database management including case files and subpoenas.
  
  
  

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• At least two (2) year of litigation experience in a reputable law firm or major in-house legal department.
• Ability to handle multiple cases and responsibilities simultaneously.
• Ability to conduct factual research.
• Knowledge in document collection and electronic discovery.
• Ability to handle a dual role in assisting two litigation teams.
• Ability to demonstrate good communication skills and judgment, both verbally and in writing.
  
  
  

Required Education:

A Bachelor’s Degree and/or qualifications to be a paralegal by certification or education and work experience as set forth by the American Bar Association and any applicable state codes.

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The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $71,000.00 to $95,100.00 per year based on a 40-hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.