Higgs Fletcher & Mack® LLP.
Paralegal – Employment Litigation
Higgs Fletcher & Mack® LLP., San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Are ready to advance your career with one of San Diego’s most highly regarded law firms?
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.
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
Required Experience
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
Featured Benefits Job Type: Full-time
Anticipated Base Salary: $80,000.00 – $100,000.00 per year
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!
Stunning office space with views of downtown San Diego & San Diego Bay
Monthly transportation allowance
Ongoing on-site workshops & continuing education programs
Schedule: Monday to Friday
About Higgs Fletcher & Mack Founded in 1939, Higgs Fletcher & Mack is San Diego’s oldest full-service law firm. We make it our business to know our clients and their competition, constantly expanding and evolving in the areas where they have needs. We look for solutions, focusing on the economics of our clients’ issues. The firm’s lawyers, over 75 in number, are individually and collectively committed to the personal and professional values that make us exceptional in the legal services industry.
Equal opportunity Statement Higgs Fletcher & Mack is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected status. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to these factors. We believe in creating an environment where every team member feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed.
Ready to take the next step in your career? We’re looking for passionate, talented individuals to join Higgs Law.
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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.
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
Required Experience
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
Featured Benefits Job Type: Full-time
Anticipated Base Salary: $80,000.00 – $100,000.00 per year
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!
Stunning office space with views of downtown San Diego & San Diego Bay
Monthly transportation allowance
Ongoing on-site workshops & continuing education programs
Schedule: Monday to Friday
About Higgs Fletcher & Mack Founded in 1939, Higgs Fletcher & Mack is San Diego’s oldest full-service law firm. We make it our business to know our clients and their competition, constantly expanding and evolving in the areas where they have needs. We look for solutions, focusing on the economics of our clients’ issues. The firm’s lawyers, over 75 in number, are individually and collectively committed to the personal and professional values that make us exceptional in the legal services industry.
Equal opportunity Statement Higgs Fletcher & Mack is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected status. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to these factors. We believe in creating an environment where every team member feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed.
Ready to take the next step in your career? We’re looking for passionate, talented individuals to join Higgs Law.
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