Litigation Paralegal - Personal Injury

Note: This position requires employees to be on-site five days a week at our client’s San Diego, CA office.

Note: You must have at least 3 years of litigation paralegal experience, including one year of experience in personal injury law. If you do not meet this requirement, please do not schedule a call, as it will be canceled.

About Our Client

Our client is a reputable litigation firm based in San Diego that focuses on high-impact personal injury cases. Known for delivering personalized attention and top-tier legal support, they are expanding their team and seeking a skilled Litigation Paralegal who can provide comprehensive support to attorneys from case intake through trial and settlement. The firm offers a collaborative environment and opportunities for meaningful case involvement.

Job Description

• Draft letters of representation and notify lienholders
• Input and manage case data in the case management system
• Calendar deadlines, serve legal documents, and research party information
• Identify and request medical records and billing from providers
• Act as primary point of contact for clients; maintain regular communication
• Draft complaints, discovery requests and responses, and other pleadings
• Assist in retaining experts and coordinating examinations
• Track discovery, pretrial, and trial deadlines
• Prepare settlement demands and mediation briefs
• Organize exhibits and assist in preparing for depositions, mediations, and trials
• Manage settlement logistics, including releases, accounting, and distribution
• Prepare documentation for minors' compromises and case closure

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of litigation paralegal experience, including work on personal injury cases
• Associate or bachelor’s degree and paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program
• Strong understanding of civil procedure, court deadlines, and court rules
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel); familiarity with eDiscovery platforms (e.g., Relativity) and trial software (e.g., Trial Director) is a plus
• Excellent communication and organization skills
• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Must handle confidential and emotionally sensitive information with discretion

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Be a core part of a high-performing personal injury team
• Handle impactful and meaningful litigation cases
• Fully paid health insurance with generous dependent coverage
• 401(k) with matching and profit-sharing
• Supportive team culture with long-term stability

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Vision insurance

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