Senior Civil Litigation Paralegal

A boutique Trust & Probate law firm in Solana Beach is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Litigation Paralegal to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for a long-term addition to play a key role in our continued growth. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of recent civil litigation experience, with a strong focus on pre-trial work.Our Trust & Probate Litigation department consists of four associate attorneys, two paralegals, and one to two legal assistants. We offer a collegial, enjoyable work environment where you will be involved in a variety of interesting cases.This is a 100% in-person role, based at our Solana Beach office and the canidate must be a qualified Paralegal in accordance with California BPC § 6450.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:A minimum of 3 years of recent experience in civil litigation, with pre-trial experience being a required skill.Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and Adobe. Mac experience is a plus but not necessary.Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines efficiently and accurately.Must be self-motivated, able to work independently, and collaborate well within a team.Strong research, analytical, and critical thinking abilities.Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with attorneys, staff, and clients.Must exhibit discretion in handling confidential information and communicate with courtesy and tact.Excellent grammar, proofreading, and English composition skills.Must be enthusiastic, articulate, quick to learn, friendly, dependable, punctual, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.Current notary public commission is a plus.Responsibilities / Job Duties:Manage case files and provide crucial support to Trust and Probate litigation attorneys.Draft, format, edit, and proofread legal documents with high attention to detail.Prepare legal correspondence as needed.Communicate with clients and assist in managing their expectations.Organize and maintain electronic case files according to Firm standards.Calendaring of key litigation deadlines, hearings, and appointments to ensure timely preparation and filings.Our office offers a friendly and collaborative work environment where the team enjoys each other's company while working hard. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is organized, a great multi-tasker, and eager to advance their career in a dynamic and engaging area of law.Compensation is commensurate with experience, and we offer competitive benefits, including health insurance, dental, 401k with matching, and more

Created: 2025-02-16