Paralegal – Tort/ Employment Litigation

Higgs Fletcher & Mack, LLP; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Generous Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

On-site gym

Lounge access

Transportation allowance

Continuing education programs

Job summary

Higgs Fletcher & Mack LLP in San Diego is seeking a Paralegal to support tort and employment matters, including intake, discovery, trial prep and case management. The role requires strong organization, excellent writing skills, and discretion handling sensitive matters.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate and at least five years of relevant experience, with proficiency in legal software such as iManage, Westlaw, and Eclipse.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or Paralegal Certificate preferred.
• Minimum of five years of experience in employment law or civil litigation.
• Strong understanding of court procedures, legal terminology, and employment law principles.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates strong understanding of state and federal civil procedure, including local rules, filing requirements, and litigation deadlines
• Reviews, organizes, and maintains employment‑related records, personnel documents, and investigation materials
• Coordinates expert witnesses, manages communication, and supports development of expert reports and testimony
• Drafts pleadings, motions, petitions, settlement agreements, declarations, discovery responses, and professional correspondence
• Prepares written discovery, outlines, deposition materials, exhibit binders, and document production sets
• Manages subpoenas, deposition scheduling, witness coordination, and related calendaring
• Maintains organized case files and manages electronic documents using Eclipse and other firm platforms
• Provides administrative assistance including scanning, emailing, formatting, and organizing legal materials
• Communicates professionally with clients, attorneys, experts, and opposing counsel to support case progress
• Conducts factual research, gathers records, and compiles information relevant to tort and employment matters

Skills

Administrative skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Discretion

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Paralegal Certificate

Tools

iManage

Compulaw

Forms Workflow

Westlaw

Eclipse

Job description

Are ready to advance your career with one of San Diego’s most highly regarded law firms?

Founded in 1939, Higgs Fletcher & Mack LLP is one of San Diego’s most established and respected full-service law firms. With more than 70 attorneys across 20+ practice areas, the firm provides sophisticated legal counsel to businesses, organizations, and individuals throughout California. Known for its commitment to excellence, collaboration, and client service, Higgs Fletcher & Mack combines the depth and expertise of a large law firm with the personalized attention of a boutique practice. We foster a culture of professionalism, integrity, diversity, and community involvement, giving employees the chance to build rewarding careers while contributing to meaningful client outcomes and lasting community impact.

The Paralegal will provide comprehensive support across tort and employment cases, including intake, investigation, discovery, trial preparation, and ongoing case management. This position requires strong organization, excellent writing skills, and the ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates strong understanding of state and federal civil procedure, including local rules, filing requirements, and litigation deadlines
• Reviews, organizes, and maintains employment‑related records, personnel documents, and investigation materials
• Coordinates expert witnesses, manages communication, and supports development of expert reports and testimony
• Drafts pleadings, motions, petitions, settlement agreements, declarations, discovery responses, and professional correspondence
• Prepares written discovery, outlines, deposition materials, exhibit binders, and document production sets
• Manages subpoenas, deposition scheduling, witness coordination, and related calendaring
• Maintains organized case files and manages electronic documents using Eclipse and other firm platforms
• Provides administrative assistance including scanning, emailing, formatting, and organizing legal materials
• Communicates professionally with clients, attorneys, experts, and opposing counsel to support case progress
• Conducts factual research, gathers records, and compiles information relevant to tort and employment matters

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or a Paralegal Certificate (preferred)
• Minimum of five years of experience in employment law or civil litigation
• Strong understanding of court procedures, legal terminology, and employment law principles
• Strong administrative skills and high attention to detail
• Professional appearance and effective communication with clients and co-workers
• Proficiency in legal software such as iManage, Compulaw, Forms Workflow, Westlaw, and/or other comparable programs is a must

Featured Benefits

Job Type: Full-time

Anticipated Base Salary: $80,000.00-$110,000.00

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employer paid Life and AD&D insurance
• Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Free on-site gym membership
• Access to building lounge featuring indoor & outdoor terrace decks that include Bevi Water, Social Game Room (pool tables, golf simulator), mothers’ room and more!
• Monthly transportation allowance
• Ongoing on-site workshops & continuing education programs

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Work Location: Onsite Monday-Friday

About Higgs Fletcher & Mack

Founded in 1939, Higgs Fletcher & Mack is San Diego’s oldest full-service law firm. We make it our business to know our clients and their competition, constantly expanding and evolving in the areas where they have needs. We look for solutions, focusing on the economics of our clients’ issues. The firm’s lawyers, over 75 in number, are individually and collectively committed to the personal and professional values that make us exceptional in the legal services industry.

Equal opportunity Statement

Higgs Fletcher & Mack is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected status. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to these factors. We believe in creating an environment where every team member feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed.