Reicker, Pfau, Pyle & McRoy LLP
Business Litigation Paralegal
Reicker, Pfau, Pyle & McRoy LLP, Santa Barbara, California, us, 93190
Base pay range
$85,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr
For over 25 years, Reicker Pfau has been a leading full-service law firm serving the Santa Barbara community and clients throughout California and the United States. Reicker Pfau has a well-earned reputation for effective and personalized counsel and advocacy in a variety of practice areas, including business transactions, real estate transactions, corporate law, civil litigation, land use, employment law, and estate planning. As a workplace, Reicker Pfau offers a collegial, collaborative, and entrepreneurial environment that encourages associates to take ownership over their careers and their place in the firm.
Position Summary Our Business Litigation Group is actively seeking a highly qualified Business and Civil Litigation Paralegal to join our dynamic team. The role encompasses supporting attorneys in a wide range of litigation matters, including commercial and business disputes, employment litigation, trusts & estates, real estate, and land use cases. The ideal candidate will possess 5+ years of litigation experience, a strong work ethic, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, demanding environment. This role offers immediate responsibility with the potential for professional growth within the firm.
Key Responsibilities
Assist attorneys with drafting pleadings, pre-trial motions, and legal correspondence.
Manage discovery processes, including organizing, reviewing, and summarizing documents.
Support depositions by preparing exhibits, organizing case files, and managing schedules.
Conduct thorough legal and factual research to support court filings and client counsel.
Maintain effective communication with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
Coordinate and assist with pre-trial preparations and trial logistics.
Organize and maintain case files, ensuring all documents are up-to-date and easily accessible.
Support post-trial activities, including preparation of appellate documents.
Oversee and delegate administrative tasks to legal assistants, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
Qualifications
Paralegal certification from an accredited program preferred.
5+ years of civil litigation experience, preferably in business litigation.
Strong reading comprehension, legal writing, and interpersonal communication skills.
Excellent decision-making, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
Proficiency in legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw) and litigation support software.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple priorities effectively.
Competitive compensation ranging from $85,000 to $120,000, depending on experience.
Immediate eligibility for 401(k) and Profit Sharing Retirement Plans.
Comprehensive benefits package.
Reicker Pfau is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Legal
Law Practice
Santa Barbara, CA
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$85,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr
For over 25 years, Reicker Pfau has been a leading full-service law firm serving the Santa Barbara community and clients throughout California and the United States. Reicker Pfau has a well-earned reputation for effective and personalized counsel and advocacy in a variety of practice areas, including business transactions, real estate transactions, corporate law, civil litigation, land use, employment law, and estate planning. As a workplace, Reicker Pfau offers a collegial, collaborative, and entrepreneurial environment that encourages associates to take ownership over their careers and their place in the firm.
Position Summary Our Business Litigation Group is actively seeking a highly qualified Business and Civil Litigation Paralegal to join our dynamic team. The role encompasses supporting attorneys in a wide range of litigation matters, including commercial and business disputes, employment litigation, trusts & estates, real estate, and land use cases. The ideal candidate will possess 5+ years of litigation experience, a strong work ethic, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, demanding environment. This role offers immediate responsibility with the potential for professional growth within the firm.
Key Responsibilities
Assist attorneys with drafting pleadings, pre-trial motions, and legal correspondence.
Manage discovery processes, including organizing, reviewing, and summarizing documents.
Support depositions by preparing exhibits, organizing case files, and managing schedules.
Conduct thorough legal and factual research to support court filings and client counsel.
Maintain effective communication with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
Coordinate and assist with pre-trial preparations and trial logistics.
Organize and maintain case files, ensuring all documents are up-to-date and easily accessible.
Support post-trial activities, including preparation of appellate documents.
Oversee and delegate administrative tasks to legal assistants, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
Qualifications
Paralegal certification from an accredited program preferred.
5+ years of civil litigation experience, preferably in business litigation.
Strong reading comprehension, legal writing, and interpersonal communication skills.
Excellent decision-making, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
Proficiency in legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw) and litigation support software.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple priorities effectively.
Competitive compensation ranging from $85,000 to $120,000, depending on experience.
Immediate eligibility for 401(k) and Profit Sharing Retirement Plans.
Comprehensive benefits package.
Reicker Pfau is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Legal
Law Practice
Santa Barbara, CA
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