Note: This position requires employees to be on-site five days a week at the San Diego office.
About Our Client
Our client is a well-established law firm with a reputation for handling high-profile cases across California. With a focus on labor and employment law, they provide exceptional legal services to both public and private sector clients. Their dedicated team supports a dynamic and growing litigation practice.
Job Description
- Provide litigation support to the Labor and Employment Group (LEG).
- Assist attorneys with case management from inception through trial or settlement.
- Draft, review, and revise legal documents, pleadings, and discovery materials.
- Manage case files, document production, and witness summaries.
- Prepare deposition and hearing materials, including exhibits and witness outlines.
- Proofread and cite-check briefs for accuracy and compliance.
- Coordinate subpoenas, document requests, and litigation support services.
- Perform eDiscovery and database management using recognized review platforms.
- Maintain accurate and timely billable time entries.
- Work extended hours as necessary, including occasional travel for case support.
Qualifications
- Certified to work as a paralegal under California law (Cal. Bus. & Prof. Code section 6450).
- 5+ years of recent experience as a paralegal in California, preferably in labor and employment law. 2 of those recent years being in litigation.
- Proficiency in Office365 (Word, Excel), legal research databases (Westlaw, Lexis), and litigation support tools (iManage, CompuLaw).
- Strong understanding of federal and state court rules and procedures.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and multitasking skills.
- Ability to work independently and within a team under tight deadlines.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
Why This is a Great Opportunity
- Work with a highly respected law firm on impactful labor and employment cases.
- Free parking
- Gain valuable experience in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Competitive compensation package with growth opportunities.
- Join a collaborative team with a strong commitment to professional development.
JOB CODE: JPC - 87
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $83,200.00 - $97,760.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Experience:
- recent paralegal: 5 years (Required)
- recent litigation: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
