Beacon Hill's client, an international law firm specializing in complex litigation, is seeking an experienced litigation paralegal to support attorneys at a fast-paced, team-oriented firm in their San Diego office. The right candidate is a self-starter with plaintiffside complex litigation experience, particularly in antitrust, securities, and consumer/corporate governance class actions.
- Location: San Diego, CA 92101 (hybrid - 4 days onsite, 1 day remote)
- Start: ASAP
- Duration: open-ended, with potential to convert to direct hire
- Hours: Full-time (willing and available to work overtime as needed)
- Pay: $35 to $65/hour, depending on experience
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of paralegal experience working at a plaintiffside firm focused on antitrust, consumer protection, securities, and/or corporate governance class action litigation
- Excellent citechecking, proofreading, and editing skills, including strong command of Bluebook citation rules
- Proofreading and editorial skills, and advanced grammar knowledge
- Microsoft Office 365 and Kofax Power PDF
- Bloomberg, Westlaw, LexisNexis File & Serve, Pacer, Courtdrive, and electronic filing procedures (both federal and state)
- Experience using SharePoint document management system
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT
- Bachelor's Degree, and
- Graduation from an ABA-approved program of study for paralegals
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
- Quick responder and proactive communicator, comfortable collaborating with attorneys and paralegals across multiple offices via email, telephone, and shared document platforms
Candidates will be tested on proofreading, grammar, punctuation, fact-checking, and cite-checking skills at the time of the interview.
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
- Assist attorneys with discovery and case management, including monitoring deadlines and maintaining familiarity with assigned matters
- Finalize, file, and serve briefs, complaints, and other legal documents; monitor filing and service status and keep attorneys apprised throughout the process
- Conduct fact-checking and factual research, including background checks and other case-related activities as assigned
- Research and prepare pro hac vice applications and related court-specific filing requirements, as needed
Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
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Company Profile:
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Benefits Information:
Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.
Benefits Information:
Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.
We look forward to working with you.
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