A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.
5+ years About the Role We are seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys handling a diverse civil litigation caseload. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented legal professional with strong experience in discovery, e-discovery, trial preparation, deposition support, document management, and litigation case management . Mandatory Requirements 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience in a medium to large civil litigation practice Bachelor's degree and/or ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate preferred Strong knowledge of civil litigation procedures, legal terminology, discovery, and court filings Experience with e-discovery software ; DISCO experience is a plus Experience with document management systems , preferably iManage Strong legal research, organization, project management, time management, and communication skills Excellent attention to detail, judgment, professionalism, and ability to manage deadlines Minimum 1,200 annual billable hours Key Responsibilities Prepare and respond to discovery requests , subpoenas, and litigation documents Manage, organize, analyze, and prepare documents for document production and e-discovery Support attorneys with depositions , including exhibits and deposition transcript summaries Assist with trial preparation , hearings, court filings, and Judicial Council forms Communicate with attorneys, clients, vendors, courts, and other third parties Litigation Areas The active caseload may include: Business Litigation Commercial Litigation Employment Litigation Probate Litigation Real Estate Litigation Healthcare Litigation Data Privacy & Cybersecurity Litigation Civil Litigation Salary & Benefits $70,000-$90,000 per year , depending on qualifications and experience.
Benefits and perks include:
Medical, dental & vision insurance HSA/FSA options Life and disability insurance Employer-funded retirement plan + 401(k) Paid CLE and continuing legal education Professional development opportunities Practice development and marketing support Free parking or monthly transit stipend On-site gym membership Employee assistance program Pet health insurance Firm outings and social events Apply today for this San Diego Litigation Paralegal opportunity and join a collaborative legal team supporting sophisticated civil litigation matters. Litigation Paralegal, Senior Litigation Paralegal, Civil Litigation Paralegal, Legal Paralegal, Litigation Legal Assistant, Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Business Litigation, Discovery, E-Discovery, Document Review, Document Production, Trial Preparation, Deposition Preparation, Deposition Support, Subpoenas, Court Filings, Legal Documents, Litigation Support, Case Management, Legal Research, iManage, DISCO, E-Discovery Software, Document Management, California Paralegal, San Diego Paralegal, San Diego Litigation Paralegal, Law Firm, Legal Services, Litigation Case Management.
Pay:
$60,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): experience with Employment Litigation or Probate Litigation or Real Estate Litigation or Healthcare Litigation or Data Privacy & Cybersecurity Litigation or Civil Litigation?
Experience:
litigation Paralegal supporting civil litigation attorneys: 5 years (Required) litigation Paralegal assisting Business attorneys: 5 years (Preferred)
