We are looking for a Litigation Paralegal to join a busy legal team in San Diego, California on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent role. This fully onsite opportunity is ideal for someone who is confident supporting active civil litigation matters, balancing multiple priorities, and keeping case activity organized in a fast-moving practice. The assignment is expected to run for 3-4 months initially, with the potential to convert to a longer-term role based on business needs and individual performance.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with attorneys to coordinate day-to-day support across roughly 25 open litigation matters and help keep each case moving forward.
• Monitor case activity, client communications, and tax credit-related disputes to ensure information is tracked accurately and addressed promptly.
• Organize discovery materials, prepare responses and related documentation, and maintain orderly records for production and review.
• Draft routine pleadings, legal correspondence, and other litigation support documents for attorney review.
• Oversee court and case calendars by tracking hearings, filing dates, and other critical deadlines to support timely action.
• Maintain well-structured case files by collecting transcripts, records, exhibits, and supporting documentation in an accessible format.
• Update case management systems and provide administrative litigation support to maintain accurate matter records and workflow continuity.