Senior Paralegal

Top-Rated Family Law Firm | Senior Paralegal | San Diego, CA | Work Alongside Board Certified Specialists

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Salary: $85,000 - $90,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are one of San Diego's most respected family law firms with 200+ years of combined attorney experience and a team of Board Certified Family Law Specialists. From divorce and child custody to domestic violence and prenuptial agreements, we handle every aspect of family law with expertise, compassion, and urgency.

We are looking for a motivated Senior Paralegal to join our San Diego team and grow alongside some of the best family law attorneys in California. This is a senior-level role for a paralegal who can operate with a high degree of independence, manage complex litigation files, and serve as a resource for less experienced staff. You will on the firm’s most demanding cases and play a central role in driving efficiency, quality, and client service across the practice.

Why join us?

What We Offer:

• Competitive base pay and overall compensation package
• Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Generous PTO, vacation, sick, and holidays
• 401K

Job Details

What You’ll Do:

• Independently prepare, file, and serve complex family law pleadings, motions, declarations, and court documents
• Draft correspondence, discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, RFOs, and settlement agreements
• Manage case calendars, critical deadlines, and court appearances across multiple active matters simultaneously
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, providing case updates and managing client communications with professionalism and sensitivity
• Coordinate with opposing counsel, court personnel, mediators, financial experts, and other third parties
• Support attorneys in preparation for mediations, depositions, trials, and evidentiary hearings
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior paralegals and legal support staff
• Conduct legal research and prepare summaries, timelines, and case chronologies
• Identify procedural and documentation issues proactively and resolve them before they affect case timelines

Requirements:

• 7+ years of family law paralegal experience in California
• Deep working knowledge of San Diego Superior Court procedures, local rules, and e-filing requirements
• Proficiency with case management and legal document software
• Exceptional written communication and client-facing skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage a high-volume caseload independently

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