Paralegal - Real Estate

Job Description

Litigation Legal Assistant / Paralegal

Downtown San Diego, CA

Compensation: $30-$40/hour DOE

A well-established law firm in Downtown San Diego is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant / Paralegal to join its growing team. This position supports attorneys in a busy real estate litigation practice and offers the opportunity to work on a variety of matters involving real estate law and Housing Commission issues.
Responsibilities

• Draft and prepare discovery, complaints, summons, demurrers, replies, motions, and other pleadings.
• Manage court filings and e-filings through OneLegal and other court filing platforms.
• Assist attorneys throughout all phases of litigation.
• Maintain case files, calendars, and litigation deadlines.
• Communicate with clients, courts, and opposing counsel as needed.
• Provide general administrative and office support.

Qualifications

• 4-5+ years of legal experience in a litigation environment.
• Strong experience drafting pleadings and litigation documents.
• Proficiency with e-filing in California state and federal courts.
• Real estate law experience is preferred, but not required.
• Paralegal certificate is not required.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and quickly learn new processes.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.


Job Reference: JN -102026-434079