Civil Litigation Paralegal

Tresp Law, APC; Solana Beach (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401k with matching

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

A boutique Trust & Probate law firm in Solana Beach is seeking a Litigation Paralegal. The role requires at least three years of recent civil litigation experience, focusing on pre-trial work. Candidates must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, and skilled in managing case files. The firm offers competitive benefits and a collaborative workplace.

Qualifications

• At least three years of recent civil litigation experience.
• Strong focus on pre-trial work required.
• Must be a qualified Paralegal in accordance with California BPC § 6450.
• Self-motivated, independent, and a team player.
• Strong research, analytical and critical thinking abilities.
• Excellent grammar and English composition.
• Notary public commission is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage case files for Trust and Probate litigation.
• Draft and proofread legal documents carefully.
• Prepare legal correspondence as needed.
• Organize and maintain electronic case files.
• Calendaring of key litigation deadlines.
• Calendar key litigation deadlines, hearings, and appointments.

Skills

Civil litigation experience

Pre-trial experience

Proficiency with MS Word

Proficiency with Excel

Proficiency with Adobe

Excellent organizational skills

Self-motivated

Strong research skills

Exceptional communication skills

Notary public commission

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Adobe

Job description

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A boutique Trust & Probate law firm in Solana Beach is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Litigation Paralegal to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for a long-term addition to play a key role in our continued growth. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of recent civil litigation experience, with a strong focus on pre-trial work.

Our Trust & Probate Litigation department consists of four associate attorneys, two paralegals, and one to two legal assistants. We offer a collegial, enjoyable work environment where you will be involved in a variety of interesting cases.

This is a 100% in-person role, based at our Solana Beach office and the candidate must be a qualified Paralegal in accordance with California BPC § 6450.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• A minimum of 1.5 years of recent experience in civil litigation, with pre-trial experience being a required skill.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and Adobe. Mac experience is a plus but not necessary.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines efficiently and accurately.
• Must be self-motivated, able to work independently, and collaborate well within a team.
• Strong research, analytical, and critical thinking abilities.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with attorneys, staff, and clients.
• Must exhibit discretion in handling confidential information and communicate with courtesy and tact.
• Excellent grammar, proofreading, and English composition skills.
• Must be enthusiastic, articulate, quick to learn, friendly, dependable, punctual, and thrive in a fast‑paced environment.
• Current notary public commission is a plus.

Responsibilities / Job Duties:

• Manage case files and provide crucial support to Trust and Probate litigation attorneys.
• Draft, format, edit, and proofread legal documents with high attention to detail.
• Prepare legal correspondence as needed.
• Communicate with clients and assist in managing their expectations.
• Organize and maintain electronic case files according to Firm standards.
• Calendaring of key litigation deadlines, hearings, and appointments to ensure timely preparation and filings.

Our office offers a friendly and collaborative work environment where the team enjoys each other's company while working hard. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is organized, a great multi-tasker, and eager to advance their career in a dynamic and engaging area of law.

Compensation is commensurate with experience, and we offer competitive benefits, including health insurance, dental, 401k with matching, and more

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Legal

Industries

Law Practice and Trusts and Estates

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