Senior Litigation Paralegal

Pacifica Companies; San Diego (CA); Presencial; USD 77.000 - 94.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Pacifica Companies is seeking an experienced Senior Litigation Paralegal to support with litigation-related matters. The role requires a seasoned legal professional with 10+ years of paralegal experience and a strong background in a law firm environment.

You will manage complex matters with meticulous organization and strict confidentiality. We offer a competitive starting wage of $85,000 with a comprehensive benefits package including paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave, along with growth

Formación

• 10+ years of paralegal experience, preferably in a law firm environment.
• Demonstrated experience supporting litigation matters.
• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures, legal terminology, and case management practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsabilidades

• Provide comprehensive litigation support to attorneys handling on-going litigation matters.
• Draft, review, format, and prepare pleadings, motions, discovery requests, responses, and other legal documents.
• Coordinate discovery activities, including document collection, review, production, and organization.
• Assist with deposition preparation, trial preparation, and management of litigation exhibits and supporting documentation.
• Maintain case files, litigation calendars, deadlines, and other critical case information.
• Conduct legal research and factual investigation as needed.
• Communicate and coordinate with attorneys, opposing counsel, clients, court personnel, and other relevant parties.
• Track case developments and ensure deadlines and procedural requirements are met.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Provide general litigation support and assist with other legal projects as needed.

Conocimientos

Paralegal experience

Litigation support

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Herramientas

Case management software

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Pacifica Companies is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Senior Litigation Paralegal to support with litigation-related matters.

This role is ideal for a seasoned legal professional with 10+ years of paralegal experience and a strong background in a law firm environment. The ideal candidate will bring excellent organizational skills, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage complex legal matters while maintaining strict confidentiality.

Salary: starting at $85,000

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive litigation support to attorneys handling on-going litigation matters.
• Assist with drafting, reviewing, formatting, and preparing pleadings, motions, discovery requests, responses, and other legal documents.
• Coordinate discovery activities, including document collection, review, production, and organization.
• Assist with deposition preparation, trial preparation, and management of litigation exhibits and supporting documentation.
• Maintain case files, litigation calendars, deadlines, and other critical case information.
• Conduct legal research and factual investigation as needed.
• Communicate and coordinate with attorneys, opposing counsel, clients, court personnel, and other relevant parties.
• Track case developments and ensure deadlines and procedural requirements are met.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Provide general litigation support and assist with other legal projects as needed.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of paralegal experience, preferably in a law firm environment.
• Demonstrated experience supporting litigation matters.
• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures, legal terminology, and case management practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple cases, deadlines, and competing priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal document management tools.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and maintain confidentiality.

We offer a competitive starting wage along with a comprehensive employee benefits package that includes, but is not limited to:

• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
• A positive working environment
• Growth Potential

The above statements are intended to be a general description. The omission of a specific duty does not exclude it from the position if work is similar, related or logically assigned. Moreover, the description is subject to change as the needs of the employer or position change.

We are a drug-free workplace, and all employees will undergo background and drug screenings to ensure a safe, reliable, and productive work environment. These checks help us maintain the integrity of our team and ensure that all employees can perform their duties safely and effectively.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and maintaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, and any other status protected by state or federal law. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to make reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals. Qualified individuals are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.