Paralegal - Litigation/Labor & Employment

Buchanan Ingersoll and Rooney PC

• $75K — $100K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 1-3 years of Paralegal experience in a law firm, corporate legal department, or government agency.
  • Bachelor's degree or Paralegal certificate required.
  • Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

  • Facilitate effective communication within the team and with external sources.
  • Serve as an expert in electronic filing systems for California filings.
  • Manage accurate records and submit billable time promptly for the team.
  • Assist in discovery requests and conduct legal research.
  • Prepare documentation for depositions, hearings, and trials, and draft various legal materials.
  • Gather, organize, and review records to create litigation chronologies.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work schedules
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays, including a floating holiday
  • WorkWell wellness program
  • Caregiving assistance with Bright Horizons
  • Access to a Firm-wide emergency assistance fund
  • Free access to LinkedIn Learning
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401K Program
  • Retirement Savings Program
Full Job Description
Paralegal

We are currently searching for a Paralegal to provide a full range of support to Litigation and Labor & Employment attorneys in our San Diego office.

In this position, you will have the opportunity to:
  • Apply your exceptional communication skills to facilitate a comprehensive information flow within your team, with other internal colleagues, and with external sources,
  • Become an expert in electronic filing systems and a go-to contact for California based filings firm-wide,
  • Ensure accurate records and prompt submittal of billable time for yourself and attorneys within your team,
  • Become an expert researcher by assisting with discovery requests, and conducting legal and factual investigations,
  • Strengthen your skillset as a litigation support professional by preparing exhibits and documentation for depositions, hearings, and trials, and drafting motions, client correspondence, and form documents such as ADR Stipulations, Rule 26(f) reports, and various disclosures; and
  • Expand your proficiency in litigation practices by gathering, organizing, and reviewing records and preparing chronologies.

Successful candidates will have:
  • The drive and determination to learn new skills in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment,
  • The ability to own individual tasks as well as collaborate in a team environment,
  • High attention to detail and strong time management skills to produce quality work product while meeting deadlines,
  • A minimum of 1 to 3 years of experience as a Paralegal in a law firm, corporate legal department, or government entity,
  • A Bachelor's degree or Paralegal certificate.

Why should you work at Buchanan?

Our Firm offers outstanding benefits that include:
  • Hybrid work schedules
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays, including a floating holiday
  • WorkWell wellness program
  • Caregiving assistance with Bright Horizons (child, elder, and pet care!)
  • Access to our Firm-wide emergency assistance fund
  • Free full access to LinkedIn Learning
  • Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
  • 401K Program
  • Retirement Savings Program

Compensation: Hourly pay equivalent to approximately $75,000 - $100,000 annually

*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.

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