Senior Litigation Paralegal

Litigation Paralegal (Temp-to-Perm Potential)

We are seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support a busy employment litigation team at a well respected law firm in San Diego. This will be a contract position with high possibility of conversion (3+mo). This firm is known for its collaborative, respectful culture and inclusive environment. This is a high-priority opening due to a team member going out on leave, and they’re looking for someone who can hit the ground running with minimal ramp-up.

Location: Hybrid – San Diego, CA (onsite 2x/week)

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and format legal documents (e.g., discovery, subpoenas, privilege logs, pleadings)
• Support deposition and trial prep (summarizing transcripts, organizing exhibits)
• E-file in state and federal courts (must know associated rules)
• Perform legal research using West Law, Practical Law, or similar tools
• Assist with red actions using Adobe Pro
• Manage document productions (Bates stamping, indexing, etc.)
• Coordinate with attorneys, senior paralegals, and clients on case matters
• Support mediation and settlement processes
• Maintain document management systems and portals (e.g., Net Docs)

Qualifications

• 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience (law firm background required)
• Must have a valid paralegal certificate (see acceptable qualifications below)
• Strong knowledge of state and federal e-filing procedures
• Excellent written communication, organization, and research skills
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Experience with Adobe Pro, Net Docs, iManage, or Relativity a plus
• Familiarity with employment litigation is highly preferred

Soft Skills

• Team-oriented, proactive, and highly organized
• Able to manage a high-volume caseload
• Professional, personable, and collaborative

Paralegal Certificate Requirements (must meet one):