Constangy Brooks Smith & Prophete, LLP Staff
Litigation Paralegal
Constangy Brooks Smith & Prophete, LLP Staff, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP is seeking a dynamic, experienced Paralegal to join its San Diego office. This non-exempt, hourly position reports to the Office Head and works closely with attorneys to deliver high-quality legal services. The role combines paralegal responsibilities with administrative support, including managing attorney calendars, scheduling, entering billable time, and preparing legal documents.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities – Administrative
Draft and prepare error‑free correspondence, memoranda, and legal documents from written or oral drafts. Prepare litigation‑related documents and other attorney‑requested items, including attaching appropriate enclosures.
Review documents for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and formatting accuracy.
Record time and billing entries daily.
Maintain client SharePoint sites and ensure compliance with client procedures.
Foster strong professional relationships with clients, attorneys, and staff while maintaining confidentiality.
Provide proactive support that allows attorneys to focus on client matters and business development.
Operate standard office equipment, including computers, copiers, and scanners.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities – Paralegal
Assist in all aspects of civil litigation, from pre‑litigation through trial including mediation and settlement.
Document management including maintaining files chronologically, numerically, or by subject matter.
Strong knowledge of online platforms to research and investigate facts and documents including opposing parties, litigation history, social media platforms, and business records.
Prepare fact chronologies subject‑matter categorizations under attorney guidance.
Attend witness interviews and prepare summaries regarding same.
Perform legal research to support case strategy including relevant statutes and case law.
Prepare document productions including evaluation of confidential information and maintaining detailed indexes.
Collaborate with Litigation Support on ESI document productions.
Review and summarize discovery responses and document productions including medical, financial, and employment records.
Draft legal documents under the direction of the attorney including written discovery, subpoenas, and discovery motions.
Review and respond to discovery requests including preparing relevant objections.
Prepare exhibits and supporting documents for depositions, motions, and other.
Active involvement in deposition preparation including drafting deposition notices, preparing exhibits, and summarizing deposition transcripts.
Prepare subpoenas, authorizations, and requests to agencies such as the EEOC, DFEH, DIR, and others.
Trial preparation including exhibits, notebooks, deposition testimony, jury instructions, trial subpoenas, verdict forms, and other pre‑trial filings.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong understanding of federal and state court rules, discovery procedures, and litigation processes.
Proficient in electronic research, litigation databases, and document management tools.
Highly detail‑oriented with consistent delivery of error‑free work.
Minimum 3 years’ experience as a civil litigation paralegal in a mid‑size or large law firm.
ABA‑accredited Paralegal Certification required.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational, multitasking, and problem‑solving abilities; self‑starter mentality.
Prior employment law experience preferred.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, iManage (or equivalent DMS), Relativity, Westlaw, and LexMachina.
Customer service mindset with the ability to anticipate attorney needs.
Availability to work overtime as needed.
The Ideal Candidate will
Demonstrate initiative, flexibility, and the ability to manage assignments independently.
Excel in project management, prioritization, and proactive problem‑solving.
Provide outstanding client service with a professional demeanor.
Thrive in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
Be a collaborative team player, willing to assist wherever needed.
Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete LLP is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all our employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, assignment, re‑assignment, promotion, transfer, and compensation. Our Firm prohibits discrimination, harassment, or retaliation in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender expression or identity, change of sex or transgender status, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, military or veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
The salary range for this position is $100,000 per year to $125,000 per year.
Candidate submission by external recruiters are not being accepted at this time.
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities – Administrative
Draft and prepare error‑free correspondence, memoranda, and legal documents from written or oral drafts. Prepare litigation‑related documents and other attorney‑requested items, including attaching appropriate enclosures.
Review documents for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and formatting accuracy.
Record time and billing entries daily.
Maintain client SharePoint sites and ensure compliance with client procedures.
Foster strong professional relationships with clients, attorneys, and staff while maintaining confidentiality.
Provide proactive support that allows attorneys to focus on client matters and business development.
Operate standard office equipment, including computers, copiers, and scanners.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities – Paralegal
Assist in all aspects of civil litigation, from pre‑litigation through trial including mediation and settlement.
Document management including maintaining files chronologically, numerically, or by subject matter.
Strong knowledge of online platforms to research and investigate facts and documents including opposing parties, litigation history, social media platforms, and business records.
Prepare fact chronologies subject‑matter categorizations under attorney guidance.
Attend witness interviews and prepare summaries regarding same.
Perform legal research to support case strategy including relevant statutes and case law.
Prepare document productions including evaluation of confidential information and maintaining detailed indexes.
Collaborate with Litigation Support on ESI document productions.
Review and summarize discovery responses and document productions including medical, financial, and employment records.
Draft legal documents under the direction of the attorney including written discovery, subpoenas, and discovery motions.
Review and respond to discovery requests including preparing relevant objections.
Prepare exhibits and supporting documents for depositions, motions, and other.
Active involvement in deposition preparation including drafting deposition notices, preparing exhibits, and summarizing deposition transcripts.
Prepare subpoenas, authorizations, and requests to agencies such as the EEOC, DFEH, DIR, and others.
Trial preparation including exhibits, notebooks, deposition testimony, jury instructions, trial subpoenas, verdict forms, and other pre‑trial filings.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong understanding of federal and state court rules, discovery procedures, and litigation processes.
Proficient in electronic research, litigation databases, and document management tools.
Highly detail‑oriented with consistent delivery of error‑free work.
Minimum 3 years’ experience as a civil litigation paralegal in a mid‑size or large law firm.
ABA‑accredited Paralegal Certification required.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational, multitasking, and problem‑solving abilities; self‑starter mentality.
Prior employment law experience preferred.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, iManage (or equivalent DMS), Relativity, Westlaw, and LexMachina.
Customer service mindset with the ability to anticipate attorney needs.
Availability to work overtime as needed.
The Ideal Candidate will
Demonstrate initiative, flexibility, and the ability to manage assignments independently.
Excel in project management, prioritization, and proactive problem‑solving.
Provide outstanding client service with a professional demeanor.
Thrive in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
Be a collaborative team player, willing to assist wherever needed.
Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete LLP is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all our employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, assignment, re‑assignment, promotion, transfer, and compensation. Our Firm prohibits discrimination, harassment, or retaliation in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender expression or identity, change of sex or transgender status, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, military or veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
The salary range for this position is $100,000 per year to $125,000 per year.
Candidate submission by external recruiters are not being accepted at this time.
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