Litigation Paralegal (San Diego)

Company Description Van Dyke & Associates, APLC is an AV-rated law firm located in downtown San Diego, California, focused on complex trust and probate matters. The firm represents individual and fiduciary clients in high-stakes disputes involving trusts and estates. Its practice is limited to litigation, trials, and appeals of contested trust and estate cases, offering deep subject-matter expertise in this niche area. Team members work in a professional environment that emphasizes rigorous advocacy, attention to detail, and client service. More information about the firm can be found at

Role Description This full-time, on-site Litigation Paralegal role is based in San Diego, CA. The Litigation Paralegal will support attorneys in trust and estate litigation by preparing and organizing legal documents, assisting with pleadings and motions, and managing case files and deadlines. Daily responsibilities include conducting legal and factual research, reviewing and summarizing documents, coordinating discovery, and communicating with courts, clients, and third parties as directed by attorneys. The role also involves maintaining organized case records, helping prepare for hearings, trials, and appeals, and ensuring compliance with court rules and firm procedures.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in legal document preparation and document review for litigation matters.
• Proficiency in legal research, including case law, statutes, and court rules relevant to trusts and estates.
• Experience drafting, formatting, and filing pleadings and motions in state and/or federal courts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple cases, prioritize deadlines, and work collaboratively with attorneys and staff.
• 2+ years of previous litigation paralegal experience, ideally in trust and estate or civil litigation.
• Familiarity with legal case management software and standard office productivity tools.
• Paralegal certificate or equivalent education and training; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Compensation: $65,000-$100,000 per year, depending on experience.