Paralegal

Clyde & Co US LLP; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Flexible paid time off

Performance bonuses

Student debt repayment

Referral rewards

Mentorship & career growth

Well-being benefits

Inclusive parental leave

Global mobility program

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Clyde & Co US LLP is seeking an experienced Paralegal based in San Francisco with over 5 years of litigation experience to support the Trial & Defense team. This role involves maintaining a busy caseload, assisting in litigation documents and case maintenance.

The ideal candidate should have excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with court procedures. Benefits include hybrid work flexibility, performance bonuses, and financial wellness support.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of litigation experience preferred.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail required.
• Ability to learn new software is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a busy caseload.
• Draft and maintain spreadsheets to track case statuses.
• Assist counsel with all phases of litigation.
• Prepare pleadings and other litigation documents.

Skills

Litigation experience

Excellent written and communication skills

Attention to detail

Familiarity with court websites and e-filing

Organization and time-management skills

Ability to handle sensitive information

Ability to work under pressure

Intellectual curiosity

Education

Strong academic credentials

Tools

Legal software

Job description

Paralegal Clyde & Co seeks an experienced paralegal based in San Francisco with 5+ years of litigation experience to support our Trial & Defense team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a busy caseload.
• Draft, update, and maintain spreadsheets to track status of cases.
• Assist in document review, organization, and production, and prepare privilege logs.
• Assist with depositions, exhibit preparation, and digest deposition transcripts.
• Perform general case maintenance (organization of files such as correspondence, pleadings, discovery, etc.).
• Review court dockets and electronic filing notifications.
• Assist counsel with all phases of litigation (pre‑trial, trial and post‑trial).
• Prepare pleadings, discovery demands, discovery responses, trial lists, and other litigation documents.
• Intake and organize voluminous document production received from clients, opposing parties, and non‑parties.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of litigation experience preferred.
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with Court websites and e‑filing procedures.
• Well‑developed organization and time‑management skills.
• Ability to handle highly sensitive information.
• Ability to work gracefully under pressure in a fast‑paced environment.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changes in workload.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Willing and able to learn new software.
• Intellectual curiosity.

Benefits

• Hybrid work flexibility – balance between remote and in‑office work.
• Flexible paid time off – attorneys use professional judgment to take paid time off as needed.
• Performance bonuses – annual performance‑based bonuses and a monthly bonus plan up to $2,000 per month.
• Student debt repayment – eligible attorneys receive a non‑taxable monthly payment of $250 toward a qualifying student loan.
• Referral rewards – bonuses for introducing talented colleagues.
• Mentorship & career growth – access to strong mentorship, global training programs, and career development support.
• Engaging culture – participation in social events, volunteer and community service initiatives, and professional development opportunities.
• Well‑being benefits – $300 per calendar year for wellness activities and a dedicated Well‑being Day.
• Inclusive parental leave – six months fully paid for all parents regardless of gender or path to parenthood.
• Global mobility program – client‑facing events across North America and access to international offices.
• Retirement benefits – starts on day one and 100% vested.

Salary range: $90,000 - $105,000.

Clyde & Co is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome and encourage all applications from suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background or identity.