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Sr. Litigation Paralegal (Warranty)

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Irvine

AI generated summary

  • You must have extensive experience in litigation, strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in legal research and documentation related to warranty issues.
  • You will assist in litigation related to warranty cases, manage documents, conduct research, prepare briefs, and support attorneys in trial preparation and case management.

Requirements

  • Education/Certification
  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Paralegal certificate required
  • Overall Experience
  • 8-10 years top tier law firm and/or in-house experience
  • Directly Related Experience
  • Prior experience with single plaintiff and class action litigation
  • Prior experience with automotive litigation helpful
  • Skills
  • Thorough working knowledge of state and federal rules of civil procedure
  • Strong understanding of legal calendaring
  • Requires prior demonstrated managerial, organizational and interpersonal communications (verbal and written) skills
  • Strong legal and factual analytical abilities
  • Ability to work quickly and independently
  • Ability to create timely and insightful executive reports and analysis
  • Mastery of standard office software (Microsoft Office) and ability to learn other company software systems

Responsibilities

  • Investigating facts, coordinating collection of discovery materials, and reviewing and revising draft discovery responses for single plaintiff and class action litigation.
  • Collecting, organizing and archiving pleadings and documents related to pending and completed cases.
  • Processing Legal Hold Notices.
  • Summarizing cases and providing reporting to the legal dept. and executives.
  • Other projects within the legal department as needed.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Sr. Litigation Paralegal at Kia?

The primary responsibility of the Sr. Litigation Paralegal is to support in-house attorneys in managing single plaintiff and class action litigation, processing and responding to consumer and commercial litigation and complaints involving Kia America.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree and a paralegal certificate. Additionally, 8-10 years of top-tier law firm and/or in-house experience is required.

Is any specific experience preferred for this role?

Yes, prior experience with single plaintiff and class action litigation is required, and experience with automotive litigation is helpful.

What are the key responsibilities of the role?

Key responsibilities include investigating facts, coordinating discovery materials, reviewing and revising draft discovery responses, managing subpoenas and records requests, and communicating legal requests to business units.

What skills are important for the Sr. Litigation Paralegal position?

Important skills include a thorough knowledge of state and federal rules of civil procedure, strong organizational and interpersonal communication skills, legal and factual analytical abilities, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

What competencies does Kia value for this position?

Kia values the following competencies for this position: Care for People, Chase Excellence Every Day, Dare to Push Boundaries, Empower People to Act, and Move Further Together.

What benefits does Kia offer to its employees?

Kia offers competitive benefits including premium medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) matching, time off starting at 14 days per year, company lease and purchase programs, paid volunteer hours, and various lifestyle amenities at their corporate campus.

What is the pay range for the Sr. Litigation Paralegal position?

The pay range for this position is $79,596.00 - $106,543, based on variables unique to each candidate such as skills, experience, and education.

What is the work environment like at Kia?

The work environment at Kia is described as fast-paced, collaborative, and innovative, fostering a culture of learning and opportunity where employees can feel passionate and connected to their work.

Does Kia have an equal employment opportunity policy?

Yes, Kia provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to various protected characteristics and complies with applicable employment non-discrimination laws.

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Automotive
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1994
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Kia America is headquartered in Irvine, California and is a subsidiary of Kia Corporation. Kia’s technology-rich product lineup of cars, SUVs, and alternative-powered vehicles are backed by the industry-leading Kia 10-year/100,000-mile warranty program. Kia vehicles are sold and serviced through more than 700 dealerships nationwide and nearly half of those sold in the U.S. are built at Kia Manufacturing Georgia. Recent accolades for Kia include the highest ranked mass market brand in initial quality for six consecutive years according to J.D. Power and recognition as one of the 100 Best Global Brand by Interbrand.