Litigation Paralegal

Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join an established civil litigation practice where your work directly supports attorneys throughout the full litigation lifecycle
• Handle substantive paralegal responsibilities including discovery, document production, deposition preparation, court filings, and trial support
• Work with an experienced legal team that values professionalism, collaboration, attention to detail, and high-quality client service
• Receive a competitive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, paid sick time, and free parking
• Build deeper experience with California civil litigation and local San Diego court procedures
• Enjoy a stable, full-time opportunity in a professional downtown San Diego office

Location: San Diego, CA. This is a fully on-site position in downtown San Diego with free parking provided.

Note: Candidates must have a paralegal certificate or equivalent qualification, 2+ years of civil litigation paralegal experience, and hands-on experience working with local San Diego courts. A four-year degree is preferred.

About Us

We are an established San Diego litigation law firm representing professional and business clients in complex civil matters. Our team is committed to developing lasting client relationships while providing responsive, detail-driven legal service and protecting our clients' interests. We value professionalism, integrity, collaboration, and excellent work product. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Support attorneys through all stages of civil litigation, from case opening through discovery, depositions, hearings, and trial
• Draft, prepare, proofread, and file pleadings, motions, discovery materials, and other legal documents
• Manage document productions and assist with drafting and responding to written discovery
• Review, organize, summarize, and maintain case documents and evidence
• Prepare deposition page and line summaries and organize materials for attorney review
• Maintain litigation calendars, court deadlines, hearing dates, and case schedules
• Coordinate depositions, hearings, meetings, and trials with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and court personnel
• Conduct factual investigations and gather relevant case information
• Prepare witness lists, exhibit lists, trial materials, and other litigation support documents
• Maintain accurate and organized electronic and physical case files

Qualifications

• 2+ years of civil litigation paralegal experience
• Paralegal certificate or equivalent qualification required
• Experience with San Diego courts and local filing procedures required
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Strong knowledge of California civil litigation procedures, court rules, discovery, and filing requirements
• Excellent organization, proofreading, written communication, and attention to detail
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Outlook
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a litigation environment

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will be part of an experienced legal team where paralegals have meaningful involvement in active litigation rather than simply performing administrative work. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, free parking, and the opportunity to strengthen your civil litigation expertise while working alongside attorneys who value reliable, high-quality support.

JPC-2209

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Requirements: Must-have: paralegal certificate or equivalent. 2+ yrs civil litigation exp.

• Required Years as Associate: 2+

Submission Email: Jeri & Zachary - [email protected];[email protected]

Quick Recruiter Reference

San Diego civil litigation law firm seeking an on-site Litigation Paralegal supporting discovery, filings, depositions, case management, and trial preparation. Requires 2+ years of civil litigation paralegal experience, paralegal certificate or equivalent, and local San Diego court experience. $70K to $80K plus benefits and free parking.

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