Higgs Fletcher & Mack LLP, one of San Diego's oldest and most prestigious downtown law firms, is seeking an experienced employment litigation paralegal. If you have a solid background in employment law and enjoy working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, we'd love to connect.
Our culture fosters collaboration, cross-practice teamwork, and professional growth through formal and informal mentorship. At HFM, you'll work across diverse practice areas, represent esteemed clients, and contribute to a longstanding tradition of legal excellence.
Job Responsibilities
- Demonstrate knowledge of civil procedure in state and federal courts, including local rules and filing deadlines
- Review and organize employment-related documents
- Coordinate expert witnesses to support case development and testimony
- Draft pleadings, motions, petitions, settlement agreements, declarations, and correspondence
- Prepare written discovery, discovery outlines, and deposition materials
- Manage subpoenas and deposition scheduling
- Maintain case files and manage electronic documents using Eclipse and other platforms
- Provide administrative support, including scanning, emailing, and organizing legal materials
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree or a Paralegal Certificate (preferred)Minimum of three years of experience in employment law or civil litigationStrong understanding of court procedures, legal terminology, and employment law principlesStrong administrative skills and high attention to detailProfessional appearance and effective communication with clients and co-workersProficiency in legal software such as iManage, Compulaw, Forms Workflow, Westlaw, and / or other comparable programs is a mustJob Type : Full-time
Anticipated Base Salary : $80,000.00–$100,000.00
Benefits
401(k)Health insuranceVision insuranceEmployer paid Life and AD&D insuranceShort-Term Disability & Long-Term DisabilityGenerous Paid Time OffPaid holidaysFree on-site gym membershipAccess 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 allowanceOngoing on-site workshops & continuing education programsSchedule : Monday to Friday
Work Location : Onsite Monday-Friday
Seniority level
AssociateEmployment type
Full-timeJob function
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