Litigation Paralegal

Hahn Loeser & Parks LLP; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Hahn Loeser & Parks LLP in San Diego seeks a skilled litigation paralegal to support commercial litigation matters in California state and federal courts. This hybrid role requires meticulous attention to deadlines, discovery, filings, and trial preparation.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of defense-side experience, a paralegal certificate (or equivalent degree), and solid knowledge of CA and federal rules.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of defense-side commercial litigation experience in a law firm setting.
• Degree and paralegal certificate preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Strong knowledge of California state and federal court rules and procedures.
• Experience with discovery, document production, and trial preparation.
• Proficiency with legal research, document management, and review platforms, including Westlaw, iManage, and Nuix/Ringtail preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Trial support experience, including use of Trial Director or similar software.
• Strong understanding of the litigation lifecycle and the paralegal role from case opening through trial.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, notices, motions, and other court filings.
• Prepare deposition notices, materials, exhibits, and related summaries.
• Organize and maintain case files, indexes, and key documents.
• Coordinate with clients, witnesses, courts, vendors, and opposing counsel.
• Manage discovery, document productions, and e-discovery workflows.
• Track deadlines and ensure timely court filings, including e-filing.

Skills

Defence-side litigation

Discovery management

Trial preparation

CA & federal rules

Westlaw

iManage

Nuix/Ringtail

Written & verbal communication

Education

Paralegal degree

Paralegal certificate

Equivalent experience considered

Tools

Westlaw

iManage

Nuix/Ringtail

Job description

About Hahn Loeser

Hahn Loeser is a full-service law firm with more than a century of excellence in serving businesses, institutions, and individuals. We serve clients across a broad range of practice areas across our 9 offices in multiple states. Known for its collaborative culture, entrepreneurial spirit, and commitment to client service, Hahn Loeser offers a dynamic environment where talented professionals can grow their careers and make a meaningful impact. We offer our attorneys and paralegals competitive benefits, robust professional development opportunities, including in-house trainings and CLEs and strong administrative support.

About Hahn Loeser

Hahn Loeser is a full-service law firm with more than a century of excellence in serving businesses, institutions, and individuals. We serve clients across a broad range of practice areas across our 9 offices in multiple states. Known for its collaborative culture, entrepreneurial spirit, and commitment to client service, Hahn Loeser offers a dynamic environment where talented professionals can grow their careers and make a meaningful impact. We offer our attorneys and paralegals competitive benefits, robust professional development opportunities, including in-house trainings and CLEs and strong administrative support.

About The Role (Hybrid)

Hahn Loeser & Parks seeks a skilled litigation paralegal for its San Diego office to support commercial litigation matters in California state and federal courts. This hybrid role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who can manage deadlines, discovery, filings, and trial preparation with confidence.

• Draft pleadings, notices, motions, and other court filings
• Prepare deposition notices, materials, exhibits, and related summaries
• Organize and maintain case files, indexes, and key documents
• Coordinate with clients, witnesses, courts, vendors, and opposing counsel
• Manage discovery, document productions, and e-discovery workflows
• Track deadlines and ensure timely court filings, including e-filing

Qualifications

• 3+ years of defense-side commercial litigation experience in a law firm setting
• Degree and paralegal certificate preferred; equivalent experience considered
• Strong knowledge of California state and federal court rules and procedures
• Experience with discovery, document production, and trial preparation
• Proficiency with legal research, document management, and review platforms, including Westlaw, iManage, and Nuix/Ringtail preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Trial support experience, including use of Trial Director or similar software
• Strong understanding of the litigation lifecycle and the paralegal role from case opening through trial

The expected salary range is $90,000-$125,000, based on experience, education, training, and relevant skills. Candidates outside this range are still encouraged to apply. Paralegals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Hahn Loeser is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment free from barriers and bias, where diverse perspectives and talents are valued. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate or tolerate harassment based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, disability, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Working Conditions

• Normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, temperature and the like.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities or requirements. Salary range is $90,000 - $125,000 to be commensurate with experience.