Paralegal - Litigation/Labor & Employment

Buchanan Ingersoll-Rooney; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedules

Generous Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

WorkWell wellness program

Caregiving assistance

Emergency assistance fund

Free access to LinkedIn Learning

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K Program

Retirement Savings Program

Job summary

A national law firm is seeking a Paralegal for their San Diego office. The role involves providing litigation support, managing electronic filing, and ensuring accurate billing. Candidates should have 1 to 3 years of Paralegal experience and a relevant degree or certification. The firm offers hybrid work schedules and a comprehensive benefits package including generous paid time off and access to wellness programs.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of experience as a Paralegal in a law firm, corporate legal department, or government entity.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate information flow within the team and with external sources.
• Manage electronic filing systems for California-based filings.
• Submit billable time accurately.
• Assist with discovery requests and conduct investigations.
• Prepare exhibits and documentation for legal proceedings.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management skills

Ability to learn new skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or Paralegal certificate

Job description

Job Category: Legal Support Staff

Risquisition Number: PARAL001174

Posted: July 21, 2025

Full-Time

San Diego, CA 92101, USA

Job Details

Paralegal - Litigation

Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney is a national law firm with a proven reputation for providing progressive, industry-leading legal, business, regulatory and government relations advice to our regional, national and international clients.

We are currently searching for a Paralegal to provide a full range of support to Litigation and Labor & Employment attorneys in our San Diego office.

In this position, you will have the opportunity to:

• Apply your exceptional communication skills to facilitate a comprehensive information flow within your team, with other internal colleagues, and with external sources,
• Become an expert in electronic filing systems and a go-to contact for California based filings firm-wide,
• Ensure accurate records and prompt submittal of billable time for yourself and attorneys within your team,
• Become an expert researcher by assisting with discovery requests, and conducting legal and factual investigations,
• Strengthen your skillset as a litigation support professional by preparing exhibits and documentation for depositions, hearings, and trials, and drafting motions, client correspondence, and form documents such as ADR Stipulations, Rule 26(f) reports, and various disclosures; and
• Expand your proficiency in litigation practices by gathering, organizing, and reviewing records and preparing chronologies.

Successful candidates will have:

• The drive and determination to learn new skills in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment,
• The ability to own individual tasks as well as collaborate in a team environment,
• High attention to detail and strong time management skills to produce quality work product while meeting deadlines,
• A minimum of 1 to 3 years of experience as a Paralegal in a law firm, corporate legal department, or government entity,
• A Bachelor's degree or Paralegal certificate.

Why should you work at Buchanan?

Our Firm offers outstanding benefits that include:

• Hybrid work schedules
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays, including a floating holiday
• WorkWell wellness program
• Caregiving assistance with Bright Horizons (child, elder, and pet care!)
• Access to our Firm-wide emergency assistance fund
• Free full access to LinkedIn Learning
• Insurance Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K Program
• Retirement Savings Program

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Compensation: Hourly pay equivalent to approximately $75,000 - $90,000 annually

Pay ranges are provided in compliance with SB1162, California's pay transparency law; actual pay may vary based on a variety of factors, including education, applicable experience, etc.

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