Paralegal

Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP is seeking a full-time, experienced paralegal to support attorneys at a fast-paced, team-oriented firm for our San Diego office. The right candidate is a self-starter and has experience with complex litigation and plaintiff firms, especially in the areas of antitrust, securities, and consumer class actions. It is crucial that the candidate be a quick responder and a good communicator. They will be working with attorneys and paralegals in other S+S offices, primarily through email and over the telephone, as well as sharing documents through our platform. The candidate will handle their own case load where they will be responsible for familiarity with their cases and any upcoming deadlines. Must be detail-oriented and have superior organizational skills with the ability to prioritize high-volume work in a dynamic environment. The candidate must have strong grammar and editorial skills as well as experience in proofreading and conforming cites to the BlueBook rules. The S+S paralegals’ role is to review briefs and other documents, specifically, proofreading and cite checking, occasionally drafting supporting documentation, and finalize, file, and serve them, as well as assist attorneys with discovery and case management. They are also responsible for proofreading, fact-checking, and filing complaints. Once filed, they also handle the service of the complaint and monitor the status of same, keeping the attorneys apprised during the process. Since we file complaints in courts across the country, candidates should be familiar with, or be able to determine, pro hac vice procedures in a variety of courts and know how to prepare the paperwork for same. Must also be an experienced e-filer, able to follow court procedural rules for state and federal courts across the country, researching procedures as necessary. May also be called upon to perform factual research, background checks, or other case-related activities as assigned by an attorney. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Provide support to multiple partners and associates while working under the guidance of a Paralegal Manager; Proofread and cite check all legal documents; Complete projects on time and accurately; E-filing in federal and state courts; and Be willing and available to work overtime (as needed). REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS 3 years' minimum of relevant experience as a paralegal. Knowledge of Bluebook citation procedure and other rules outlined in Bluebook; Proofreading and editorial skills, and advanced grammar knowledge; Considerable knowledge of technical legal terminology; Considerable knowledge of legal processes and procedures; Microsoft Office 365 and Kofax Power PDF; Bloomberg, Westlaw, LexisNexis File & Serve, Pacer, Courtdrive, and electronic filing procedures (both federal and state); and Experience with SharePoint document management system. EDUCATION REQUIREMENT Bachelor’s Degree, and Graduation from an ABA-approved program of study for paralegals, or Graduation from a course of study for paralegals which is institutionally accredited but not ABA approved, and which requires not less than the equivalent of 60 semester hours of classroom study. DESIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate effectively and in a professional manner with all levels of the Firm and outside vendors; Ability to work in a diverse team environment and effectively support the demanding needs of the Firm; Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines with shifting priorities; Must be a self-starter with a high level of initiative; Strong customer service skills and able to anticipate needs; Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects; Maintains confidentiality and exercises discretion; Exercises solid strategic thinking and problem-solving skills; Candidates will be tested on proofreading, grammar, punctuation, fact checking, and cite-checking skills at the time of the interview. Compensation The annual salary range for this Hourly, Non-Exempt, OT eligible position is $80,000 - 115,000. Salary determination will depend on the candidate's experience and qualifications. Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP offers a generous package of benefits with the intention of providing their employees with programs and resources that can improve their quality of life. The following benefits create added value to the work experience and make us a premier employer: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance HSA Firm provided Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage Life Insurance Supplemental Insurance coverage for Accident, Hospital and Critical Illness Pet Insurance Care service resources for children and adults 401K with Matching Parental Leave @ 100% pay Additional Paid Family Leave Paid Time Off (PTO) 10 paid holidays observed throughout the calendar year ABOUT US Scott+Scott is an international law firm known for its expertise in representing corporate clients, institutional investors, businesses, and individuals harmed by anticompetitive conduct or other forms of wrongdoings, including securities law and shareholder violations. With 140 attorneys in eight offices in the United States, one office in Canada as well as three offices in Europe, our advocacy has resulted in significant monetary settlements on behalf of our clients, along with other forms of relief. Our highly experienced attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon for being among the 500 Leading Financial and 500 Leading Global Antitrust Lawyers in 2025, as well as by WWL: Commercial Litigation 2024, and Legal 500 in Antitrust Civil Litigation. Additionally, we have repeatedly received top Chambers rankings and have been recognized by the American Antitrust Institute for the successful litigation of high-stakes anticompetitive claims in the United States. 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