Careers San Diego

Paralegal – San Diego

Put your career into high gear by joining Klinedinst’s largest office in San Diego.

Klinedinst PC is seeking a qualified Paralegal who will join our team with at least 4 years of experience working in a litigation support role with the knowledge of the litigation process. If you are a self-starter who is looking for growth and a friendly environment, we would like to hear from you. As a Paralegal, you will work alone as well as develop working relationships within a team environment. This position will work directly with our attorneys to prepare for upcoming cases, get involved in fact-finding projects. The ideal candidate for this position needs to be organized, professional and committed to meet our clients’ needs.

  • Prepare and draft legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, discovery, record summaries and subpoenas.
  • Conduct and research facts to prepare case accordingly.
  • Prepare summaries and organize document files for discovery and trial.
  • Research and analyze legal resources such as statutes, judicial decisions, legal articles, treaties, etc.
  • Provide case management and organization from inception; discovery, trial and post-trial support. Review and analyze documents for production.
  • Prepare and process pre-trial and document subpoenas and coordinate complex discovery on cases.
  • Direct, coordinate activities of legal secretaries, records clerks, and services clerk on complex projects.
  • Record billable time on client matters.
  • Coordination of delivery of records to various interested parties including co-counsel and experts.
  • Pay range: $80,000 – $95,000 per year (depends on experience)

We provide support in a friendly, team-oriented environment that allows for immediate responsibility and growth potential. Pay ranges are provided in compliance with SB1162, California’s pay transparency law; actual pay may vary based on a variety of factors, including education, applicable experience, etc.

Qualifications

  • A certificate of completion of a paralegal program approved by the American Bar Association.
  • 4 or more years’ experience as a litigation paralegal in a law firm, business litigation or IP litigation support experience preferred.
  • Experience with Relativity eDiscovery software preferred.
  • Strong experience with discovery, arbitrations, and trials in complex cases.
  • Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills.
  • Westlaw and/or Lexis/Nexis experience preferred.
  • Thorough understanding of federal and local procedures in California state and federal courts.
  • Excellent communication.
  • Strong research skills.
  • This job requires regular attendance to the office for the first 180 days, though as a dynamic culture we embrace opportunities for hybrid working arrangements when eligible.

Please submit your resume today. Recruiters need not apply.

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Benefits of a Career at Klinedinst

At Klinedinst, we believe in a fun, yet professional and friendly culture with focus on both the individual and the team. Members of the Klinedinst team have proficiency with Microsoft Office, iManage, and a variety of other software packages. In addition, we have a competitive salary and benefit package, including:

  • Multiple Medical and Dental Insurance Options
    • Health Savings Account with employer contribution for those who elect an eligible medical plan
  • Employer sponsored Life Insurance with a voluntary buy up option
  • Employer sponsored Long Term Disability Insurance with a voluntary buy up option
  • Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (125 Cafeteria Plan)
  • 401(k) Plan with discretionary employer match
  • Vision Reimbursement Plan*
  • Employer paid parking or transportation reimbursement*
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Health Advocate
  • Training and career development including MCLE, membership dues for professional associations and approved seminar related expenses
  • Mobile phone reimbursement*
  • Discounts on a variety of merchandise from Dell Computers and services from AT&T wireless.
  • Employer sponsored social events
  • Pet Insurance
  • AFLAC
  • Wellness program
  • Referral program
  • Parental Leave

* Benefit levels may be capped and/or based on our internal policy and employee classification

Due to the high volume of applications, only applicants to be interviewed will be contacted. Recruiters and other third parties need not apply.

KLINEDINST PC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. KLINEDINST PC participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Learn more about our E-Verify Participation and the Right to Work.