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Litigation Paralegal
San Diego
, CA Direct Hire
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Litigation Paralegal
San Diego, CA
$80,000 - $120,000
The Litigation Paralegal will support attorneys handling complex commercial litigation matters in both State and Federal courts throughout California. This role is ideal for a motivated professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to take ownership of case management from inception through trial.
Litigation Paralegal Responsibilities:
Litigation Paralegal Requirements:
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San Diego, CA
$80,000 - $120,000
The Litigation Paralegal will support attorneys handling complex commercial litigation matters in both State and Federal courts throughout California. This role is ideal for a motivated professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to take ownership of case management from inception through trial.
Litigation Paralegal Responsibilities:
- Prepare drafts of pleadings, notices, motions, and other filings for State and Federal courts
- Assist with deposition preparation, including notices, exhibits, and coordination with witnesses
- Manage and organize case files, discovery materials, and document productions
- Oversee and track discovery requests and responses, including e-discovery processes
- Coordinate with clients, experts, witnesses, and opposing counsel to facilitate case progression
- Manage case calendars, court deadlines, and ensure timely filing of all court documents (including e-filing)
- Provide trial preparation and courtroom support, utilizing trial software such as Trial Director or similar
Litigation Paralegal Requirements:
- Minimum of 8 years of commercial litigation experience, preferably on the defense side
- Strong working knowledge of California State and Federal court rules and procedures
- Proficiency in trial support software (Trial Director or equivalent) and case management tools
- Experience managing cases through all phases of litigation
- Bachelor’s degree or associate degree with a paralegal certificate preferred (equivalent work experience considered)
- Proficiency in Westlaw, iManage, and Nuix (formerly Ringtail) or similar document review platforms
- Exceptional organizational and critical-thinking skills
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities
- High attention to detail and commitment to meeting deadlines
- Proven ability to manage multiple cases and competing priorities efficiently
- Team-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently
- Professional integrity and discretion in handling confidential information
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