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10 results for Legal in San Diego, CA

Paralegal

San Diego, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled Paralegal to join our team in San Diego, California. In this role, you will provide comprehensive support to attorneys handling employment litigation cases, including large-scale class action lawsuits. This position offers an opportunity to work closely with experienced legal professionals in a collaborative and dynamic environment. Responsibilities: • Manage employment litigation cases from initiation through trial, ensuring all aspects of case management are handled efficiently. • Support attorneys in handling class action lawsuits, coordinating efforts with senior legal professionals. • Conduct discovery activities, including summarizing depositions and preparing related documentation. • Assist with drafting and filing motions and other legal documents. • Review and organize case-related documents to ensure accuracy and completeness. • Attend hearings and provide in-person support when necessary. • Collaborate with attorneys on case strategy and trial preparation. • Maintain detailed records using case management software. • Ensure compliance with legal procedures and deadlines. • Provide administrative support as needed to facilitate smooth case progression.
2026-07-09T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 45 USD / Hourly
Paralegal Robert Half is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Paralegal to support a busy legal team. This position offers the opportunity to work on a variety of legal matters while collaborating closely with attorney and legal staff. The ideal candidate is proactive, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities Prepare, draft, edit, and organize legal documents, correspondence, agreements, and reports. Maintain legal files, records, and document management systems. Conduct legal research and gather supporting documentation. Assist with contract administration, due diligence, and compliance-related projects. Coordinate document execution, filings, and record retention. Manage calendars, deadlines, and matter tracking. Support attorneys with case management, corporate governance, and operational initiatives as needed. Communicate with internal departments, external counsel, clients, and third parties.
2026-07-28T00:00:00Z

Probate Litigation Attorney

San Diego, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
Associate Attorney – Probate, Trust & Estate LitigationEncinitas, CA - On-site$90,000-$150,000 About the PositionA well-established boutique law firm in Southern California is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its growing litigation practice. The firm focuses exclusively on probate, trust, estate, and conservatorship matters, providing attorneys with the opportunity to build deep subject-matter expertise while working on challenging and meaningful cases. This Associate Attorney role is ideal for a motivated attorney who enjoys litigation, values collaboration, and wants significant responsibility early in their career. You will work directly with experienced attorneys, appear in court, interact with clients, and manage cases from inception through resolution. What You'll Do<ul><li>Handle probate, trust, and conservatorship litigation matters.</li><li>Draft petitions, motions, briefs, pleadings, and legal correspondence.</li><li>Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda.</li><li>Prepare, serve, and respond to written discovery.</li><li>Attend hearings, status conferences, mediations, and settlement proceedings.</li><li>Take and defend depositions.</li><li>Assist with trial preparation and courtroom proceedings.</li><li>Communicate regularly with clients regarding case progress.</li><li>Collaborate with attorneys and legal support staff to develop effective litigation strategies.</li><li>Maintain organized case files while managing multiple deadlines.</li></ul>What We Offer<ul><li>Competitive compensation based on experience.</li><li>Annual performance bonus opportunities.</li><li>Employer-paid medical and vision insurance.</li><li>401(k) plan with company matching.</li><li>Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.</li><li>Professional development and mentorship from experienced litigators.</li><li>Opportunities for courtroom appearances and direct client interaction.</li><li>Supportive, collaborative workplace with regular team events.</li></ul>
2026-07-14T00:00:00Z

Litigation Paralegal

San Diego, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
A 12-attorney firm in the heart of Downtown San Diego looking for an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support a busy practice. This role offers the opportunity to work across a diverse litigation docket that includes business, real estate, healthcare, probate, and data privacy matters. Responsibilities:• Oversee day-to-day paralegal support for litigated matters involving commercial, real estate, healthcare, probate, and cybersecurity-related cases.• Draft, organize, and manage written discovery, including preparing responses, coordinating production, and maintaining accuracy across case files.• Handle document collection and production for eDiscovery.• Manage subpoena preparation and responses.• Assist attorneys with deposition logistics, exhibit organization, summaries, and witness materials.• Prepare for trial multiple times per year.• Track billable work (100 hours per month) Perks of Company:· Managing partners eat lunch with the file clerks – very congenial atmosphere.· Regular potlucks and holiday parties.· Attorneys coach each other’s kids’ soccer and baseball games.· Actively in a growth phase - it’s a time of opportunity at the firm.· Firm has systems, processes, and procedures in places (including manuals on how to do things like submit a reimbursement). It’s easy to assimilate!· You are not sat down at a desk and expected to fend for yourself.· They actually try cases. “We are not just litigators, we are trial attorneys!” -managing partner· “When someone has trouble, we make sure they are taken care of. You are not just a number on our list! If someone is having a bad day, we ask “what can we do to help?”” -managing partner· No yellers/screamers/bullies tolerated!
2026-07-10T00:00:00Z

REMOTE Auto Subrogation Attorney – California Bar Required!

San Diego, CA
remote
Permanent / Full Time
130000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
Associate Attorney (Remote – California Bar Required)Salary: $130,000–$150,000 + Discretionary Bonuses A well-established California-based law firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its growing Auto Subrogation team. This is a fully remote opportunity for a California-barred attorney, with office space available in Mission Valley for those who prefer an in-person work environment.The firm has been serving clients for over 20 years and is known for its stability, long-standing client relationships, and commitment to providing steady, high-quality legal work while maintaining a strong work-life balance. Position OverviewThe Associate Attorney will focus exclusively on auto subrogation matters, managing a contingency-based caseload from inception through resolution. The ideal candidate will have 2–5 years of civil litigation experience and be comfortable handling matters independently while collaborating with an experienced legal team. Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage a caseload of auto subrogation matters from initial filing through resolution</li><li>Draft pleadings, motions, settlement agreements, and legal memoranda</li><li>Handle court appearances, including case management conferences, mandatory settlement conferences, mediations, and trials as needed</li><li>Take and defend depositions</li><li>Propound and respond to written discovery</li><li>Negotiate settlements and work toward efficient claim resolution</li><li>Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and internal team members</li></ul>Work Environment<ul><li>Fully remote position</li><li>Firm provides work-from-home technology</li><li>No billable hour requirement</li><li>Supportive training structure with a dedicated training manager and attorney mentorship to help attorneys become proficient in the practice area</li></ul>Compensation & BenefitsSalary: $130,000–$150,000Additional compensation:<ul><li>Eligible for discretionary bi-annual bonuses after completing one full year of employment</li><li>Annual performance reviews with merit increases</li></ul>Benefits include:<ul><li>Medical, dental, and vision coverage</li><li>Firm pays approximately 90% of employee medical premium</li><li>Coverage begins the first of the month following a 60-day waiting period</li><li>401(k) plan with 4% employer match after one year of employment (immediately vested)</li><li>18 days of accrued PTO annually</li><li>7 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays</li><li>California Bar dues covered</li></ul>
2026-07-14T00:00:00Z

Attorney, Data Privacy Litigation

San Diego, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
150000 - 190000 USD / Yearly
A high-end boutique firm with a dozen attorneys in downtown San Diego is seeking a litigation attorney to join their team, who will work on data privacy and data security cases. This litigator should have 2-10 years of experience. This litigator will also handle generic business and commercial litigation cases, but the data privacy and cyber security cases are ramping up right now! Responsibilities of Role:<ul><li>All forms of written discovery – responding and propounding, and understanding objections and using them appropriately</li><li>Depos - taking and defending</li><li>Motions - discovery motions, demurs, motions to strike, MSJs, MSAs, motions for sanctions, or any pre-trial motion handled at the pleading or discovery phase</li><li>Court appearances - hearings and CMCs</li><li>Trial (if you want it) - jury instructions, figuring out what exhibits need to be listed, joint trial readiness conference reports</li></ul>· Billable requirement: 1850 for associates. Most attorneys hit it, there’s no shortage of work. Litigators often go above it because they are slammed right now. Profile that would be a fit:· 2-10 years, no more, no less, ideally at a semi-recognizable firm (no PI or family law).· Coming from big law and burned out on cut throat mentality, wans more mentorship, or fewer hours. Or people who truly care about your career.· “We don’t do well with people who are all about themselves they don’t seem to last here!”· Someone who knows enough about civil procedure – doesn’t need practice area experience Perks of Company:· Managing partners eat lunch with the file clerks – very congenial atmosphere.· Regular potlucks and holiday parties.· Attorneys coach each other’s kids’ soccer and baseball games.· Actively in a growth phase - it’s a time of opportunity at the firm.· Firm has systems, processes, and procedures in places (including manuals on how to do things like submit a reimbursement). It’s easy to assimilate!· You are not sat down at a desk and expected to fend for yourself.· No yellers/screamers/bullies tolerated!
2026-07-31T00:00:00Z

Jr. Paralegal

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
45 - 50 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Jr. Paralegal to join a growing litigation team in San Diego, California. This opportunity offers close partnership with senior legal staff and hands-on involvement in active state and federal court matters. The role is well suited for someone who brings strong litigation support experience, enjoys managing case materials efficiently, and can contribute in a hybrid work environment. Responsibilities:• Prepare, revise, and organize legal documents within SharePoint while maintaining accurate version tracking and meeting filing deadlines.• Format pleadings, motions, and related court submissions for matters pending in both state and federal courts.• Assist with all phases of discovery, including drafting requests, organizing productions, and preparing responses for attorney review.• Support deposition preparation by coordinating schedules, assembling exhibits, and helping develop supporting materials.• Serve as a point of contact with court personnel and outside counsel regarding filings, hearing logistics, and case status updates.• Help attorneys and senior paralegals with trial preparation tasks, ensuring case materials are complete, organized, and accessible.• Maintain orderly case files and monitor deadlines using case management tools and established litigation support processes.
2026-07-30T00:00:00Z

Associate Attorney

San Diego, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
130000 - 180000 USD / Yearly
A firm whose managing partners spun off from a large notable law firm in San Diego are seeking an Associate Attorney to join their boutique litigation firm based in San Diego, California. This ideal attorney will have 2-6 years of experience. The firm specializes in transportation law, catastrophic injury cases, dental malpractice, and complex personal injury defense. This role offers an excellent opportunity to manage a diverse caseload and be mentored by partners who actually want to invest in their associates. Responsibilities:• Manage a comprehensive caseload that includes both pre-litigation and active litigation files.• Draft legal documents such as pleadings, discovery motions, dispositive motions, and trial preparation materials.• Collaborate with colleagues to prepare for depositions, negotiations, and client meetings, providing strategic insights.• Negotiate effectively with opposing counsel and other parties to resolve disputes and achieve favorable outcomes.• Maintain regular communication with clients to update them on case progress and strategies.• Prepare cases for trial, ensuring all necessary documents and strategies are in place.• Meet billable hour requirements of 1850 annually, with opportunities to exceed expectations and bonus off that! Pay is contingent upon experience with the duties above. Perks of Company:<ul><li>This firm is a spin-off from a large, notable, defense firm. </li><li>Partners are devoted to mentoring and training to become a better a version of themselves</li><li> “Our big focus is mentorship. That is what makes us appealing to many younger lawyers who were told they’d get that and been left in the dark. We avoid that at all costs.” – managing partner</li><li>“There is room for growth. We are looking for people who want to build careers!” – managing partner</li><li>We placed an associate there earlier this year who is happy!</li></ul>
2026-07-08T00:00:00Z

Associate Attorney

San Diego, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
130000 - 180000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half Legal has partnered with a reputable firm in downtown San Diego on a full time/direct hire associate attorney search. This attorney may work on matters ranging from business litigation to insurance defense to healthcare to employment to transportation law. The firm prides themselves on being inclusive as the associates are very tight knit and have great support and mentorship from the partners. There will be some opportunity to work remote and the billable hours are manageable at 1800. This firm works hard plays hard! Responsibilities include:<ul><li>Serve as the primary representative in court and mediation.</li><li>Draft pleadings and discovery documents, including motions, requests, and trial preparations.</li><li>Conduct and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts.</li><li>Manage intensive electronic discovery (e-discovery) and ESI issues.</li><li>Research complex legal areas to articulate findings, support case strategy, and propose new legal theories.</li><li>Provide clear and comprehensive reporting to partners and clients, and engage in persuasive negotiation with opposing counsel.</li></ul>
2026-07-08T00:00:00Z

Securities Litigation Attorney

San Diego, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
150000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
Litigation Attorney - Securities + Consumer ProtectionLocation: San Diego, CASchedule: Hybrid/Onsite (4 days onsite per week)Compensation: Up to $200,000 + bonus potential Position OverviewA nationally recognized boutique class action litigation firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Attorney to join its San Diego team. The firm focuses on complex plaintiff-side litigation, including securities class actions, consumer protection, and antitrust matters.This attorney will work closely with experienced partners on high-impact cases and will have the opportunity to manage matters from inception through resolution. Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage litigation matters from start to finish</li><li>Conduct legal research and draft motions, briefs, and other legal documents</li><li>Handle depositions and discovery matters</li><li>Propound and respond to discovery requests</li><li>Make court appearances as needed</li><li>Collaborate with partners and other attorneys on complex litigation strategies</li><li>Work closely with a team of securities and class action litigators</li></ul>Compensation & Benefits<ul><li>Compensation up to $200,000, depending on experience</li><li>Discretionary year-end bonus opportunity</li><li>Medical, dental, and vision benefits</li><li>Employer contribution toward employee medical premiums</li><li>401(k) plan with employer matching</li><li>Free parking</li><li>Three weeks of vacation to start, with additional vacation increases based on tenure</li><li>Paid holidays</li><li>CLE and bar registration reimbursement</li></ul>
2026-07-14T00:00:00Z