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Scott+Scott · 9 hours ago

Paralegal

San Diego, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$80K/yr - $105K/yr

3+ years exp

Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP is seeking a full-time, experienced paralegal to support attorneys at a fast-paced, team-oriented firm for their San Diego office. The role involves handling case loads, proofreading, cite checking, and assisting attorneys with discovery and case management.

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Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Provide support to multiple partners and associates while working under the guidance of a Paralegal Manager

Proofread and cite check all legal documents

Complete projects on time and accurately

E-filing in federal and state courts; and

Be willing and available to work overtime (as needed)

Qualification

Complex litigation experienceBluebook citation knowledgeE-filing proceduresMicrosoft Office 365Legal terminology knowledgeProofreading skillsCustomer service skillsOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsAttention to detail

Required

3 years' minimum of relevant experience as a paralegal

Knowledge of Bluebook citation procedure and other rules outlined in Bluebook

Proofreading and editorial skills, and advanced grammar knowledge

Considerable knowledge of technical legal terminology

Considerable knowledge of legal processes and procedures

Microsoft Office 365 and Kofax Power PDF

Bloomberg, Westlaw, LexisNexis File & Serve, Pacer, Courtdrive, and electronic filing procedures (both federal and state)

Experience with SharePoint document management system

Bachelor's Degree, and

Graduation from an ABA-approved program of study for paralegals, or

Graduation from a course of study for paralegals which is institutionally accredited but not ABA approved, and which requires not less than the equivalent of 60 semester hours of classroom study

Preferred

Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate effectively and in a professional manner with all levels of the Firm and outside vendors

Ability to work in a diverse team environment and effectively support the demanding needs of the Firm

Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines with shifting priorities

Must be a self-starter with a high level of initiative

Strong customer service skills and able to anticipate needs

Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects

Maintains confidentiality and exercises discretion

Exercises solid strategic thinking and problem-solving skills

Benefits

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

HSA

Firm provided Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage

Life Insurance

Supplemental Insurance coverage for Accident, Hospital and Critical Illness

Pet Insurance

Care service resources for children and adults

401K with Matching

Parental Leave @ 100% pay

Additional Paid Family Leave

Paid Time Off (PTO)

10 observed holidays throughout the calendar year

Company

Scott+Scott

Scott+Scott is an international law firm that provides legal services in complex litigation, competition law and international arbitration.

Founded in 1975

Colchester, Essex, GBR

51-200 employees

https://scott-scott.com/

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