Overview
Paralegal – Employment Jobs in San Diego, CA at Higgs Fletcher & Mack LLP
Job Details
Employment Law
Full-time
Hybrid
San Diego, CA
$80,000 – $120,000 DOE
Opportunity Awaits
Are ready to advance your career with one of San Diego’s most highly regarded law firms?
Job Overview
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 ideal candidate will bring at least 5 years of experience of employment law experience as a Paralegal, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive administrative and litigation support to attorneys in our employment practice group.
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
Required Experience
Bachelor’s Degree or a Paralegal Certificate (preferred)
Minimum of 5 years of experience in employment practice group.
Strong understanding of court procedures, legal terminology, and civil litigation 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
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.
Title: Paralegal – Employment
Company: Higgs Fletcher & Mack LLP
Location: San Diego, CA
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