Litigation Paralegal

Location: Downtown San Diego, California
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $34.62 - $43.27 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications

About Us

We are a well-established downtown San Diego law firm dedicated to delivering exceptional legal services to a diverse client base ranging from international corporations to small businesses and individuals. Our litigation team values collaboration, professionalism, and a commitment to high-quality client service. We are seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys supporting attorneys through all phases of complex civil litigation.

Position Overview

The Litigation Paralegal will play a critical role in supporting attorneys through all stages of litigation, from case inception to trial. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, technologically proficient, and capable of managing multiple priorities while maintaining the highest level of professionalism.

Active caseloads may include:

• Business and commercial disputes
• Employment litigation
• Probate litigation
• Real estate disputes
• Healthcare litigation
• Data privacy and cybersecurity matters

This position requires a minimum annual billable requirement of 1,200 hours.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and respond to discovery requests in pending litigation matters
• Organize, manage, and maintain case files and litigation databases
• Analyze, review, and prepare documents for production
• Draft Judicial Council forms and other court-related filings
• Prepare, serve, and respond to subpoenas
• Assist attorneys with deposition preparation, including exhibit organization and management
• Handle exhibits during remote depositions
• Summarize deposition transcripts and prepare case summaries
• Coordinate all aspects of trial preparation, including trial notebooks, exhibits, and witness materials
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, vendors, court personnel, and other third parties
• Maintain accurate time records and meet billable hour requirements
• Utilize litigation support software, document management systems, e-discovery platforms, and Microsoft Office applications

Qualifications

Required

• Minimum of five (5) years of litigation experience supporting a medium-to-large civil litigation practice
• Strong understanding of legal terminology, concepts, procedures, and litigation processes
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and project management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing deadlines
• Professional demeanor with outstanding interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, document management systems, and legal technology platforms

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree
• ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate
• Experience with e-discovery software, particularly DISCO
• Experience with iManage or similar document management systems

Benefits & Perks

Health & Wellness

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage (PPO and HMO options)
• Dependent and domestic partner coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Cancer Guardian coverage
• Pet health insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Financial & Professional Development

• Employer-funded retirement plan
• 401(k) participation
• Continuing Legal Education (CLE) opportunities
• Professional development workshops and training programs
• Marketing and business development support

Workplace Culture & Perks

• Free parkin

  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.