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Higgs Fletcher & Mack

Paralegal - Employment Litigation

Higgs Fletcher & Mack, San Diego, California, United States, 92189

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Higgs Fletcher & Mack LLP, one of San Diego’s oldest and most prestigious downtown law firms, is seeking an experienced employment litigation paralegal. If you have a solid background in employment law and enjoy working in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment, we’d love to connect.

Our culture fosters collaboration, cross‑practice teamwork, and professional growth through formal and informal mentorship. At HFM, you’ll work across diverse practice areas, represent esteemed clients, and contribute to a longstanding tradition of legal excellence.

Job Responsibilities

Demonstrate knowledge of civil procedure in state and federal courts, including local rules and filing deadlines

Review and organize employment‑related documents

Coordinate expert witnesses to support case development and testimony

Draft pleadings, motions, petitions, settlement agreements, declarations, and correspondence

Prepare written discovery, discovery outlines, and deposition materials

Manage subpoenas and deposition scheduling

Maintain case files and manage electronic documents using Eclipse and other platforms

Provide administrative support, including scanning, emailing, and organizing legal materials

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree or a Paralegal Certificate (preferred)

Minimum of three years of experience in employment law or civil litigation

Strong understanding of court procedures, legal terminology, and employment law principles

Strong administrative skills and high attention to detail

Professional appearance and effective communication with clients and co‑workers

Proficiency in legal software such as iManage, Compulaw, Forms Workflow, Westlaw, and/or other comparable programs is a must

Job Type:

Full‑time

Anticipated Base Salary:

$80,000.00–$100,000.00

Benefits

401(k)

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Employer paid Life and AD&D insurance

Short‑Term Disability & Long‑Term Disability

Generous Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Free on‑site gym membership

Access to building lounge featuring indoor & outdoor terrace decks that include Bevi Water, Social Game Room (pool tables, golf simulator), mothers’ room and more!

Monthly transportation allowance

Ongoing on‑site workshops & continuing education programs

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Work Location:

Onsite Monday‑Friday

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Administrative

Law Practice

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