Jobs in La Mesa, CA

Job Title: Insurance Defense Attorney

100% REMOTE IN CALIFORNIA

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all phases of litigation, including discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Handle case analysis, strategy development, and client reporting.
• Represent clients in court hearings, arbitrations, and mediations.
• Draft and review legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and settlement agreements.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to ensure top-tier legal services.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in California and in good standing with the California Bar.
• Good years of litigation experience, preferably in insurance defense or civil litigation.
• Demonstrated experience in handling personal injury or other complex litigation matters.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between $180,000 – $200,000 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits:

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: [health insurance plans ][401(k) retirement plan ][paid time off (PTO): 2 to 4+ weeks][paid holidays annually]

Job Title: Personal Injury Attorney (Civil Litigation Associate)

Location: San Diego, CA (Hybrid – frequent court appearances and travel for trials)

Experience Level: 3+ Years

Practice Area: Plaintiff Civil Litigation (Personal Injury)

About the Firm:

Our client is a highly respected plaintiff-side trial firm representing individuals who have been harmed by negligence, misconduct, or wrongful acts. The firm focuses on complex civil jury trials and catastrophic injury cases, advocating for clients whose lives have been significantly impacted by serious accidents or wrongdoing.

The firm has secured numerous significant verdicts and judgments, including 19 results exceeding $1 million and several exceeding $10 million.

The firm is known for its aggressive trial approach and commitment to pursuing maximum compensation for its clients through litigation, mediation, or trial when necessary.

The Opportunity:

The client is seeking a driven Personal Injury Attorney with 3+ years of civil litigation experience who wants to gain meaningful courtroom exposure and work on high-stakes plaintiff cases.

This role offers the rare opportunity to work closely with seasoned trial lawyers on complex, high-value cases while building substantial trial experience.

The ideal candidate is highly motivated, competitive, and eager to develop as a trial attorney.

Practice Areas

The attorney will work on plaintiff-side matters including:

• Personal Injury
• Catastrophic Injury
• Wrongful Death
• Product Liability
• Premises Liability
• Motor Vehicle & Trucking Accidents

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage plaintiff personal injury cases from intake through trial
• Conduct legal research, discovery, and depositions
• Draft pleadings, motions, and litigation briefs
• Prepare cases for mediation, arbitration, and trial
• Assist with and participate in jury trials and courtroom proceedings
• Work directly with senior trial attorneys on complex cases
• Travel when required for trials or case proceedings

Qualifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in California
• 3+ years of civil litigation experience
• Plaintiff personal injury experience preferred

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between [$400,000 – $500,000 annually]. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: [medical insurance] [dental insurance] [vision insurance] [401(k) retirement plan] [life insurance] [long-term disability insurance] [short-term disability insurance] [2 to 3 weeks of paid time off]

Company Description:

The Marine Corps is America's expeditionary force in readiness, dedicated to defending the Nation and leading from the front in any clime and place. Our Judge Advocates are Marine Officers who serve not only as leaders of Marines but also as attorneys practicing in diverse areas of law. From trial litigation and criminal justice to international law, operational law, and military justice reform, Judge Advocates ensure that Marines can accomplish the mission while upholding the highest legal and ethical standards.

Role Description:

As a Marine Judge Advocate, you will serve as both a Marine Officer and a licensed attorney. This dual role provides the unique opportunity to lead Marines while practicing law in a variety of fields. Judge Advocates begin their careers as trial counsel or defense counsel, gaining immediate courtroom experience, and later transition into specialized areas such as administrative law, operational law, international law, and leadership positions within the legal community.

Responsibilities:

• Represent the United States in criminal prosecutions and courts-martial.
• Defend Marines accused of offenses under the Uniform Code of Military Justice.
• Advise commanders on operational, administrative, and international law matters.
• Provide legal assistance to Marines, Sailors, and their families.
• Draft and review legal documents, contracts, and investigations.
• Serve as a leader of Marines, responsible for their welfare, training, and development.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school (or currently in law school).
• Admitted to practice law before the highest court of a U.S. state, territory, or the District of Columbia (or awaiting bar results).
• U.S. citizenship.
• Meet commissioning requirements for Marine Corps Officer Candidates School (OCS).
• Strong academic record, leadership potential, and commitment to public service.

Why Join:

The Marine Corps is renowned for its leadership training, and that extends to our legal professionals. Regardless of where you are in your career, you'll find unparalleled opportunities for growth, rapidly developing your skills as both a top-tier attorney and a respected leader.

We also ensure that your service is recognized with the financial security you and your family deserve. You'll receive a competitive salary, including non-taxed housing allowance, and comprehensive medical and dental coverage. Furthermore, we support your long-term financial health with federal student loan forgiveness after ten years of dedicated service.

Serving as a Marine Judge Advocate is a career-defining experience that will shape your future long after your time in uniform. The unique combination of leadership and legal expertise you'll gain is highly sought after across every sector. Former Judge Advocates often transition into influential roles as corporate counsel for top companies, key positions within the Department of Justice, or as advisors on the world stage in international law and diplomacy. The discipline and mission-focused mindset you cultivate will make you a standout candidate in any field you choose to pursue.

Associate Attorney (Healthcare Litigation)

Higgs Fletcher & Mack LLP, one of San Diego's oldest and most prestigious law firms, seeks an experienced Civil Litigation Associate Attorney for our healthcare, medical malpractice litigation practice area. Salary commensurate with experience; excellent opportunity to bonus.

Our culture fosters collaboration, cross-practice teamwork, and professional growth through formal and informal mentorship. At HFM, you'll represent esteemed clients and contribute to a longstanding tradition of legal excellence.

Job Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings and discovery for all aspects of a case, including law and motion, discovery motions, propounding discovery, depositions, mediations, and trial
• Take depositions of parties, percipient witnesses, and experts
• Consultation with, and preparation of, experts
• Research and articulate findings based upon research into complex areas of the law to support case strategy and theories to be raised in the litigation. Be able to raise new theories for consideration in cases.
• Manage intensive fact discovery in a case including to be able to use and willing to use electronic discovery platforms and wade through ESI issues
• Comprehensive and clear reporting to partners and client representatives
• Persuasive communication and negotiation with opposing counsel

Qualifications

• Must be admitted to and in good standing with the California bar
• 5+ years of civil litigation experience with healthcare experience preferred
• Possess strong analytical skills and written communication skills
• Highly motivated professional who can take initiative and work independently as well as within a team

Job Type: Full-time

Anticipated base salary: $140,000-$170,000.00 + Bonus

Benefits & Perks

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employer paid Life and AD&D insurance
• Employer paid Short-Term Disability
• Unlimited Paid Time Off (Attorneys)
• Paid San Diego County Bar Associate Membership
• Paid State Bar if California dues
• Paid holidays
• Offices overlooking San Diego Bay & Downtown San Diego
• 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!
• Paid onsite parking
• Ongoing on-site workshops & continuing education programs

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Work Location: Downtown San Diego (Hybrid 2 days per week after training)

• Employment law firm is currently seeking to hire attorneys specialized in Wage & Hour and PAGA cases. Ideally, candidates will have experience on both the plaintiff-side and defense (but not required)

• Base Salary: $140,000 - $250,000 per year (Top earners can expect to be in the mid-to high six-figures range; $600,000+).
• Additional Compensation: Opportunity to earn a % of the firm's recovery on cases handled.
• Benefits Include:

• 401(k) plan
• Comprehensive health (50% coverage level includes dependents), dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible time off policy
• Referral program
• Discretionary quarterly bonuses

• Manage Caseload: Oversee your own cases independently, ensuring they are handled efficiently and effectively.
• For a Senior / Lead Attorney: Provide leadership to a group of Associates, Paralegals, and Assistants, fostering a collaborative and goal-oriented team environment. You would supervise 1-3 attorneys (this will depend on your appetite to earn commission). The maxium the firm will let you supervise is 3 associate attorneys. Legal support is managed by another group. Demonstrated experience in managing legal teams, with a track record of mentoring and developing junior staff.
• Motion Practice and Litigation: Draft or supervise the preparation of compelling motions and arguments to effectively advance litigation, including remand motions, opposition to motions to compel arbitration, discovery motions, etc.
• Develop Legal Strategies: Create and execute effective legal strategies to resolve cases favorably and cost-effectively for clients.
• Conduct Depositions and Conferences: Take and manage depositions, and engage in meet and confer sessions to further case objectives.
• Mediation and Negotiations: Prepare for and participate in mediations, and assist in negotiations to settle employment disputes on a class or individual basis when appropriate.

• Active member in good standing with the California State Bar.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Minimum of two years of experience as a CA Attorney specializing in Wage & Hour and PAGA employment law.
• Strong analytical and research skills, with a creative and strategic approach to legal challenges.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, capable of handling multiple complex cases simultaneously.
• In-depth knowledge of the California Labor Code and its application in litigation and client advisement.
• Strong written and verbal advocacy skills.

General Liability Associate

Locations (California)

Costa Mesa

Hybrid Work Flexibility

This role requires a minimum of two in-office days per week, with the flexibility to work remotely for the remainder of the week. Our robust infrastructure ensures seamless communication, collaboration, and access to resources from anywhere.

About the Company

Manning Kass is a national civil litigation defense firm that stands out from the rest—every case and client matters. Established in 1994 with just sixteen attorneys, we have expanded over the past thirty years to more than 160 attorneys across seven offices, including major economic hubs like New York and Los Angeles.

About the Role

Our General Liability team represents restaurants, retail stores, and other businesses in a wide range of matters, premises liability, products liability and business litigation. Our practice also encompasses the defense of personal and catastrophic injury claims, and foodborne illness disputes. We are seeking a highly motivated and well-rounded General Liability Associate with at least one (1) year of experience in to join our team.

As an associate, you will work closely with experienced litigators and industry-leading partners, gaining hands-on experience in every stage of litigation—from case evaluation and discovery to mediation, arbitration, and trial. We are looking for a driven, intellectually curious attorney eager to make a meaningful impact for our clients while advancing their career in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. The ideal candidate is highly-motivated, eager to learn, and committed to long-term professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of written discovery, including drafting and responding to discovery requests, preparing meet and confer letters, and handling discovery-related motions.
• Take and defend depositions, attend site inspections, and interview witnesses.
• Appear at court hearings, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Develop and execute litigation strategies, including case evaluation and risk assessment.
• Maintain proactive communication with clients throughout litigation.

Professional Development Opportunities

We are committed to investing in our associates professional growth. Our distinctive "Manning Kass University" training program offers tailored education and development opportunities to help you thrive as a successful lawyer. Opportunity to mediate, arbitrate, and try cases while learning from the firm's experienced ABOTA trial attorneys.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.
• Active member of the California State Bar in good standing.
• One (1) year of civil litigation experience.
• Proven experience in premises liability litigation, ideally in a law firm environment.
• Strong legal research and writing abilities with keen attention to detail.

Company Offers

• Salary starting at $125,000 - $180,000. Salary is commensurate with experience.
• We offer a lucrative and generous bonus structure.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, flexible spending account, and 401K.
• Pet insurance coverage.
• Referral program.
• A company culture that fosters career growth and opportunity.
• All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.

Senior Transportation Litigation Associate

Office Locations

San Diego

Remote Work Flexibility

Experience the freedom of working remotely for a portion of your workweek. Our infrastructure enables seamless communication, collaboration, and access to resources from anywhere.

About the Company

Manning Kass is a national civil litigation defense firm that stands out from the rest—every case and client matters. Established in 1994 with just sixteen attorneys, we have expanded over the past thirty years to more than 160 attorneys across seven offices, including major economic hubs like New York and Los Angeles.

About the Role

Manning Kass is seeking a senior litigation associate to join our San Diego office in a hybrid remote capacity. The ideal candidate will work on a diverse range of Transportation, Automobile and Trucking cases. The candidate will work closely with senior associates and partners daily, engaging in all phases of litigation—from case evaluation and discovery to trial presentation—focusing on strategic thinking to achieve client goals. We seek candidates who are eager to learn, highly self-motivated, and interested in long-term professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage cases, overseeing matters through all stages of the litigation process from inception through trial.
• Attending Court hearing, managing discovery, as well as taking and defending depositions.
• Proactively managing communications with clients throughout the course of litigation.
• Timely and accurate reporting to our clients and ensuring compliance with the case management requirements.

Professional Development Opportunities

We are committed to investing in our team's professional growth. Our distinctive "Manning Kass University" training program offers tailored education and development opportunities to help you thrive as a successful lawyer. Opportunity to mediate, arbitrate, and try cases while learning from the firm's experienced ABOTA trial attorneys.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree is required.
• You must be licensed to practice in the State of California.
• The ideal candidate should have 3+ years of transportation litigation experience.
• Exceptional communication and advocacy skills, both verbal and written.
• Time management skills and ability to manage and meet deadlines is required.
• Experience handling discovery for complex matters, with substantial knowledge of evidentiary objections in responding to discovery.
• Strong critical thinking, interpersonal skills and the ability to exercise common sense in complex situations while reporting to clients and carriers.

Company Offers

• Salary starting at $130,000 - $185,000. Salary is commensurate with experience.
• We offer a lucrative and generous bonus structure.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, flexible spending account, and 401K.
• Pet insurance coverage.
• Referral program.
• A company culture that fosters career growth and opportunity.
• All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.

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Job Title: Legal Assistant

Location: San Diego, CA 92101

Salary/Payrate: $95K-$105K (some flex for the right candidate) annually and AWESOME benefits!!!

Work Environment: Hybrid (1 days WFH)

Term: Permanent / Fulltime

Bachelor's degree required: No

Referral Fee: AMS will pay $500 should the person you refer gets hired

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Legal Assistant will provide comprehensive administrative support to multiple Partners, as well as senior and junior members of the Legal Team. This role involves managing a variety of confidential and complex tasks, including calendar management, typing, editing and/or formatting legal documents and correspondence, filing documents with various courts, both electronically and via messenger, arranging for service of documents, meeting coordination, project assistance, and relationship management. The ideal candidate must excel in multitasking, managing changing priorities, and handling highly sensitive information with discretion. Maintains positive contact with clients, attorneys and staff while observing confidentiality of client and other firm matters.

Job Responsibilities:

• Calendar Management: Track litigation deadlines, and confirm deadlines and docketed correctly. Coordinate attorney calendars, minimize conflicts, prevent double bookings, and proactively make decisions regarding appointment urgency and importance.
• Preparing draft court documents, including but not limited to complaints, answers, discovery, briefs, motions, motions for summary judgment, correspondence and memos.
• Heavy court filings at state, federal, and appellate level and in many different venues; prior involvement in Class Action cases is a must; knowledge of electronic filing procedures for the various venues, including state, federal, appellate and arbitration forums.
• Research regulations, laws, and legal articles to assist with the preparation of reports, case files, and legal advice.
• Organizes and accurately maintains physical and electronic documents and files in a timely manner. Creates and maintains working files and binders as requested. Utilizes Firm provided software to accurately store email messages and maintain and retrieve files.
• Administrative duties include but not limited to opening new files, requests conflict of interest checks and maintains on-line and hard-copy files. Conducts periodic reviews for possible storage of older files; prepares files to be closed.
• Provides backup support to other attorneys and timekeepers as needed. Volunteers for overflow work assignments when time permits and actively seeks to maximize productivity and promote teamwork. Possesses knowledge of key clients and contacts.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Excellent communication and time management skills.

Possesses high level of technical competency on all Microsoft Office and various other job-related software packages and applications.

Detail-oriented and highly organized.

Ability to work independently, manage large workloads, and keep deadlines.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of 5 years' experience a working in employment and labor law matters

Law firm experience preferred

Deep knowledge and expertise in employment and labor laws on federal, local and state level

My client is a well regarded litigation firm withoffices in SD, LA, and SF. They are currently looking for a Litigation Attorney to join their SD office

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in construction, liability, labor and employment litigation
• The candidate must be a self-starter, highly motivated and have an ability to work independently as well as in a team setting
• Be an active member in good standing with the California Bar
• Have solid academic credentials
• Possess civil litigation experience and insurance defense experience
• Must have a high level of organization, detail orientation and ability to time-manage across multiple deadlines
• Demonstrate good judgment, strong critical thinking skills and the desire and willingness to take ownership and control of projects
• Have excellent communication, analytical and writing skills
• Have excellent client relations
• civil litigation: 2 years (Required)

The annual salary for this position is between 140k-210k

Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Junior Litigation Attorney

Office Location

San Diego

Remote Work Flexibility

Experience the freedom of working remotely for a portion of your workweek. Our infrastructure enables seamless communication, collaboration, and access to resources from anywhere.

About the Company

Manning Kass is a national civil litigation defense firm that stands out from the rest—every case and client matters. Established in 1994 with just sixteen attorneys, we have expanded over the past thirty years to more than 160 attorneys across seven offices, including major economic hubs like New York and Los Angeles.

About the Role

Manning | Kass is seeking a Junior Litigation Attorney to join our San Diego office. This role offers the chance to thrive in a diverse, inclusive, and flexible work environment while benefiting from industry recognition and top-tier mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, assess, and execute litigation strategies through all stages of litigation.
• Conduct depositions, take examinations under oath (EUO), propound and respond to written discovery.
• Maintain proactive communication with clients, offering detailed liability and damage analyses.
• Represent clients in litigation proceedings, such as hearings, motions, depositions, and mediations.
• Review pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Develop legal strategies to resolve cases favorably and cost-effectively for clients.

Professional Development Opportunities

We are committed to investing in our team's professional growth. Our distinctive "Manning Kass University" training program offers tailored education and development opportunities to help you thrive as a successful lawyer. Opportunity to mediate, arbitrate, and try cases while learning from the firm's experienced ABOTA trial attorneys.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree is required.
• You must be licensed to practice in the State of California.
• Experience formulating and developing case strategy, advising clients on risk mitigation and case resolution options.
• Strong critical thinking, interpersonal skills and the ability to exercise common sense in complex situations while reporting to clients and carriers.

Company Offers

• Salary starting at $120,000 - $180,000. Salary is commensurate with experience.
• We offer a lucrative and generous bonus structure.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, flexible spending account, and 401K.
• Pet insurance coverage.
• Referral program.
• A company culture that fosters career growth and opportunity.
• All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.

Employment Litigation Associate

Locations – California

San Diego

Remote Work Flexibility

Experience the freedom of working remotely for a portion of your workweek. Our infrastructure enables seamless communication, collaboration, and access to resources from anywhere.

About the Company

Manning Kass is a national civil litigation defense firm that stands out from the rest—every case and client matters. Established in 1994 with just sixteen attorneys, we have expanded over the past thirty years to more than 160 attorneys across seven offices, including major economic hubs like New York and Los Angeles.

About the Role

Manning Kass has an exciting opportunity for an Employment Litigation Associate to join our Team in one of our Southern California offices!

As an Employment Litigation Associate at Manning Kass, you will play a key role in defending employers in a variety of workplace-related claims, including discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, wage and hour disputes, and other employment law matters. You will manage cases from inception to resolution, including drafting pleadings, conducting discovery, taking and defending depositions, preparing motions, and participating in mediations and trials. This position offers a collaborative and dynamic environment where you will work closely with experienced attorneys to deliver exceptional client service and achieve favorable outcomes. Strong legal writing, research, and advocacy skills are essential for success in this role.

Responsibilities

• Must be comfortable managing discovery, including propounding and responding to discovery, drafting and arguing motions, as well as taking and defending depositions.
• Proactively managing communications with clients throughout the course of litigation.
• Timely and accurate reporting to our clients, ensuring compliance with their case management requirements.

Professional Development Opportunities

We are committed to investing in our team's professional growth. Our distinctive "Manning Kass University" training program offers tailored education and development opportunities to help you thrive as a successful lawyer. Opportunity to mediate, arbitrate, and try cases while learning from the firm's experienced ABOTA trial attorneys.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.
• You must be licensed to practice in the State of California.
• Exceptional communication and advocacy skills, both verbal and written.
• Experience handling discovery for complex matters, with substantial knowledge of evidentiary objections in responding to discovery.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to manage and meet deadlines.

Company Offers

• Salary Range $125,000-$185,000, plus bonus.
• The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, and qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, flexible spending account, and 401K
• Pet insurance coverage.
• Referral program.
• A company culture that fosters career growth and opportunity.

All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.

A prestigious, long-standing San Diego law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Assistant to support attorneys and paralegals within a busy litigation practice group. This will support a probate, trusts & estates litigation desk. but the attorneys will train on the practice area.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, proofread, and revise pleadings, discovery responses, and general correspondence.
• Manage State and Federal court filings (e-filing), manage service of process, and prepare exhibit binders for hearings/trials.
• Manage complex litigation calendars, schedule depositions/client meetings, and handle new matter openings and conflict checks.
• Conduct intake with clients, call court staff, and coordinate opposing counsel.

Pay is contingent upon fluency in the litigation tasks above, but the range is generally $75-95K. The firm also offers benefits including medical/dental/vision, 401K, PTO, an onsite gym, and more!

Perks of Firm:

• The firm is good at training. Mentorship comes from the supervising attorneys.
• The partner and senior associate on this desk are fun! They don't take themselves too seriously.
• Beautiful office view, a gym onsite, and cool amenities.
• Fun events throughout the year like golf tournaments, Padres game suite, fancy half-day holiday party. "This firm likes to party!" -HR
• Tons of organic fruit delivered each Monday.

Must-Have Requirements:

• 3–5 years of litigation experience (civil litigation required; probate/trusts experience preferred).
• Ability to eFile in state courts
• Ability to calendar litigation deadlines for three attorneys
• Ability to commute onsite in downtown San Diego daily.

For immediate consideration, please email a copy of your resume to melanie.kent @ roberthalf com with "San Diego Litigation Assistant" as the subject line. Start date is negotiable.

We also have another similar opening, so apply here for both!

Company Description

The Law Offices of Greer & Associates, APC, established in 1997 by trial attorney C. Keith Greer, is grounded in the belief that clients deserve exceptional representation without the unnecessary costs of lavish operations. Based in San Diego, California, the firm specializes in insurance defense, professional liability, consumer protection, employment/labor law, and business litigation across the state. With a strong track record of success and a reputation for diligent and cost-effective advocacy, the firm has earned the trust and loyalty of its clients over the past two decades.

Role Description

This is a full-time hybrid role for a Civil Litigation Paralegal based in San Diego, CA, with some work-from-home flexibility. The Paralegal will be responsible for assisting attorneys with all aspects of civil litigation.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Legal Document Preparation and Document Review.
• Strong skills in Legal Research and familiarity with legal databases.
• Experience in drafting and organizing Pleadings and Motions.
• Experience with
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Effective written and verbal communication abilities to liaise with attorneys, clients, and team members.
• A paralegal certificate or relevant education and experience in civil litigation are preferred.
• Proficiency with legal software and tools is a plus.
• CANDIDATE MUST RESIDE WITHIN 18 MILES OF RANCHO BERNARDO.

Title: Associate Attorney – Plaintiff ERISA

Location: La Jolla, CA (3 days on-site)

Experience Required: 5+ years

Practice Area: Plaintiff ERISA (Employee Retirement Income Security Act)

About the Firm:

Our client is a nationally recognized public interest and plaintiffs' litigation law firm with offices across the United States. The firm is dedicated to advancing employee rights and pursuing complex, high-impact litigation on behalf of individuals and classes. The client's ERISA practice focuses on fiduciary breach litigation, retirement plan compliance, and class actions involving financial services and employee benefit plans.

Position Overview:

They are seeking a Senior Associate, Counsel, or Partner-level Attorney with deep experience in Plaintiff-side ERISA litigation to join their growing team in La Jolla, CA. This is a high-impact role for an attorney passionate about protecting employee retirement benefits and holding fiduciaries accountable.

Plaintiff ERISA experience is required.

Class action and trial experience are strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Litigate complex ERISA matters in federal court, including fiduciary breach claims and benefits litigation
• Manage and lead cases involving retirement/401(k) plans and pension compliance
• Develop and prosecute collective and class actions under ERISA
• Conduct discovery, draft dispositive motions, and argue motions in court
• Participate in trial preparation and trial proceedings (trial experience is a significant plus)
• Advise on fiduciary advisory matters and executive compensation/equity plan issues
• Handle matters involving government investigations and audits
• Collaborate with partners and team members across offices

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of litigation experience, with substantial Plaintiff ERISA experience
• Strong background in fiduciary breach claims and benefits litigation
• Experience in financial services litigation (retirement/401k plans)

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between [$180,000 – $200,000 annually]. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: [medical insurance] [dental insurance] [vision insurance] [401(k) retirement plan] [life insurance] [long-term disability insurance] [short-term disability insurance] [2 to 3 weeks of paid time off]

What you will find ...

• 200+ attorney western regional firm
• voted US News "Best Law Firm 2025"
• Mansfield Rule Certified Plus 2025

What you will do ...

• General liability defense
• Commercial Auto liability defense
• Premises liability cases
• Excess policy exposure
• High profile trial litigation

Wish list ...

• REQUIRED CA bar
• 2-8 years' experience in general liability
• Focus on commercial auto and general liability defense
• Exceptional writing and communication skills

Associate Attorney – Plaintiffs' Employment & Class Action Litigation

Location: California (In-Person)

Experience: 0–3 years

Compensation: $120,000–$180,000 base salary (DOE) + graduated equity participation

About the Firm

We are a high-level plaintiffs' litigation firm that represents individuals and classes in sexual harassment, FEHA, employment, and high-stakes class action litigation. Our practice is trial-focused, results-driven, and built on taking on difficult cases against well-funded sophisticated defendants. We do not run a volume practice. We litigate aggressively, strategically, and with the expectation that our cases may go to trial.

This is not a lifestyle firm. It is a firm where talented lawyers develop quickly, gain real responsibility early, and are rewarded for their contributions.

What we offer

• Hands on mentorship from experienced trial lawyers (trial prep, motion practice, settlement strategy, client management, appeals).

• A collaborative, high-expectation environment that develops courtroom-ready advocates.

• Opportunity to work on large-scale class and representative actions against major companies and institutions.

Who we're looking for

• Drive and initiative

• Adaptability and intellectual curiosity

• Team mentality and strong communication

• Strategic judgment and effective intelligence

• Resiliency, emotional strength, integrity, and humility

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The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated Associate Attorney (0–3 years experience) to join our litigation team. This role is ideal for someone who wants meaningful responsibility, hands-on experience, and long-term growth in plaintiffs' litigation.

The workload ebbs and flows. There will be periods that demand significant time and focus – especially during heavy motions and as cases approach trial – and other periods that are more balanced. We are upfront about this because excellence in high-stakes litigation requires commitment.

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Responsibilities

• Depending on experience, responsibilities will include:

· Drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery in FEHA, sexual harassment, and class action matters

· Taking and defending depositions (with mentorship and increasing independence)

· Participating in mediations, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation

· Client communication and case strategy development

· Legal research and briefing on complex and novel issues

· Working closely with partners on case development and trial strategy

Associates are not siloed. You will see the full lifecycle of cases.

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Compensation & Growth

· Base Salary: $120,000–$180,000 (depending on experience)

· Graduated equity participation tied to cases and performance

· Clear pathway for increased responsibility, compensation growth, and long-term advancement

· Opportunity to build a career in elite plaintiffs' litigation, including trial experience

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Why This Role

· Real responsibility early in your career

· Exposure to high-impact cases that matter

· Mentorship from experienced trial lawyers

· A firm culture that rewards performance, loyalty, and results

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How to Apply

Please submit:

· Resume

· Writing sample (motion or brief preferred)

• · Brief cover letter explaining your interest in plaintiffs' litigation

Prestigious law firm targeting an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to join the growing team!

TITLE: Litigation Legal Assistant

SALARY: $85,000 – $105,000 + Bonus /Profit Sharing

LOCATION: Downtown San Diego, 4 days onsite

REPORTS TO: Partner & Associate Attorneys

SYSTEMS: iManage

Requirements: Strong tenure in prior roles, litigation legal experience, strong presentation and communication skills, eager to advance skillset and grow within the field.

Company Overview

The company is a full-service business law firm seeking experienced Litigation Legal Assistants to support its litigation teams. This role is essential to ensuring the efficient management of legal matters by providing administrative, organizational, and case coordination support to multiple attorneys.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing competing priorities in a fast-paced legal environment while maintaining strict confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, edit, and finalize legal documents including pleadings, motions, and discovery materials.
• Electronically file documents with state and federal courts, ensuring compliance with court procedures and filing deadlines.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, opposing counsel, court staff, and external vendors.
• Manage attorney calendars, including scheduling court appearances, depositions, meetings, and case deadlines.
• Coordinate logistics for client meetings, depositions, and other legal proceedings.
• Track deadlines and follow up on outstanding tasks to support efficient case management.
• Assist with expense reports and billing-related documentation.
• Provide additional administrative and litigation support as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• 5+ years of litigation legal assistant experience, ideally within a mid-sized or large law firm.
• Strong knowledge of legal procedures, terminology, and court filing processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with legal document management systems, such as iManage.
• Exceptional organization, communication, and multitasking abilities.

Compensation & Benefits

The company offers a competitive salary, 401(k), profit sharing, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Objective: The Legal Administrative Assistant / Receptionist is responsible for providing administrative support to our paralegals and reception duties, managing office supplies and additional administration as detailed below.

This position is designed for a highly motivated individual who excels in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment that values top-quality work and positive contributions to the workplace.

Hours: Monday – Friday (8:30AM – 5:00PM); 5 days a week in office

Reports to: Director of Litigation Support Services (with dotted line to Branch Office Administrator)

Classification: Non-Exempt Position

Essential Functions:

Legal Admin Duties:

• Obtain and circulate docket sheets from the appropriate Court's website (i.e. pre-litigation)
• Obtain and circulate legal/case-related articles and opinions
• Complete the transmittal of enclosure letters (i.e. creation of UPS/FEDEX, labels, priority mail labels)
• Print out and distribute documents as requested by paralegals
• Assist with scanning and saving documents into firm's document management system
• Revise charts used for internal purposes (i.e. templates, list of mediators/judges)
• Update case contact lists
• Obtain and prepare exhibits for court or arbitration filings
• Maintain internal filing and file hard copy legal documents
• Provide additional support including but not limited to handling outgoing mail, saving and circulating internal mail, scanning, copying, binder creation and breakdown, and faxing
• Word processing, data input, and other legal support tasks

Reception Duties:

• Greet clients, vendors and guests upon arrival
• Answer office general telephone line during business hours
• Manage incoming/outgoing mail
• Office-related errands (Fed Ex, UPS, Wellness Shopping)
• For all meetings and events, order lunch and/or provide meal vouchers
• Provide parking vouchers for visitors

Facilities:

• Maintains daily order of:
• Conference Rooms, including:
• pre-meeting set-up and post-meeting cleanup
• set up computer and projector for virtual meetings and in-office presentations
• facilitate reservations and use of conference room
• Copy Room/Office Supply Area
• Reception Area
• Kitchen/breakroom Area, including ensuring it is kept clean and tidy; run dishwasher as needed; put clean dishes away
• Breakdown of boxes and other large items for disposal as needed
• Maintain organization of supply closets/cabinets
• Provide local support for marketing meetings and events including printing materials and preparing binders

Inventory management:

• Track Inventory on a weekly basis; proactively order supplies to ensure the firm doesn't run out of needed items
• General Office Supplies (printer ink, pens, paper, etc.)
• Litigation supplies (exhibit tabs, red wells, etc.)
• Kitchen Supplies – Coffee, water, snacks, wellness items
• Keep printers stocked with paper and change printer cartridges, when needed

Skills Required:

• At least 1 year of experience as a legal assistant or 2+ years of administrative experience
• Understanding of office procedures, litigation processes and related requirements preferred
• Excellent grammar and proofreading skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task, plan, and work in a fast-paced environment while taking direction from multiple paralegals with high expectations of performance
• Highly organized
• Excellent communication skills
• Intermediate to advanced skills in MS Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint
• Must work well with a team
• Must be able to work independently, be a self-starter and take initiative

Salary Range: $60k – 65k

The Firm is providing this good-faith salary range to comply with applicable law. The applicant's final salary will depend on a number of factors, including the applicant's skills and years of experience.

Performance and Hours-Based Bonuses: This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary performance-based bonus (percentage of salary).

Benefits: This position is eligible for many additional benefits, including paid time off, sick time, medical and dental benefits, 401K contribution (and matching).

Trustpoint One is pleased to partner with a Women Owned employment law firm in its search for a paralegal with employment experience. Reporting to the Director of Litigation Support Services, this position offers hybrid flexibility in the firm's San Diego office.

Paralegal Job Duties:

• Prepare indexes and chronologies of events of produced documents

• Prepare and maintain privilege logs

• Prepare documents needed for depositions and summarize deposition transcripts

• Review and gather relevant documents for Motions and other Court submissions

• Organize exhibits for Pleadings and other court submissions

• Research relevant information on public records, witnesses, adversaries, arbitrators & mediators

• Coordinate and electronically-file Pleadings with the Court (knowing associated court rules.)

• Assist with drafting Discovery, Interrogatories, Document Requests, Requests for Admissions, Subpoenas, etc. Organize and coordinate document productions (Bates Stamping and Redaction)

• Assist with drafting answers to complaints, settlement agreements and letters to clients

• Filings and updates to electronic document systems and portals maintained by clients

• Prepare mediation Submissions

• Organize and track documents received from clients and the Court

• Conduct computerized and legal research (Internet, Westlaw) and E-Discovery searches

• Format Table of Contents/Table of Authorities

• Proofread and edit documents for grammar, content and redactions

• Provide high level trial preparation and support, as needed. (i.e. organize and index trial exhibits and other supporting documents, etc.)

• Provide litigation secretarial support as needed.

Qualifications:

• Paralegal Certificate

• At least 7-10 years of Paralegal experience including 3 years of employment experience

• Trial experience is preferred

• Strong understanding of law firm procedures, requirements and relevant court rules

• Excellent grammar and proofreading skills

• Strong attention to detail

• Ability to multi-task and plan

• Highly organized

• Strong research skills (including Westlaw, internet, etc.)

• Intermediate to advanced skills in MS Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint

All candidates must be able to work on a computer screen for a sustained amount of time.

If you would like to learn more about the Employment Paralegal Attorney position available please submit your resume in Word format.

Trustpoint.One provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Gig Court Staff Attorney (Immigration)

Location: San Diego, CA

Engagement: GIG / Contract / Appointment-Based

Start: Approximately 20 days from engagement

Compensation: 40-80 USD/Hourly

About the Opportunity

Lisinski Law Firm is expanding its Court Operations team and seeks licensed U.S. attorneys interested in immigration law who value flexibility, autonomy, and work-life balance. This role involves gig-based, appointment-driven court appearances supporting Master Calendar Hearings.

This is not a full-time role. Assignments are scheduled in advance and designed for attorneys seeking flexible courtroom work without full case ownership or long-term employment commitments.

What You'll Do

• Appear in person at scheduled Master Calendar Hearings
• Represent clients professionally and ensure accurate communication of case status
• Follow prepared notes, instructions and report outcomes using firm templates

Why This GIG Works

• Want flexible appointment-based assignments
• No case management, filings, or client ownership
• Predictable courtroom appearances during business hours
• Transportation and training expenses covered

Requirements

• Active U.S. bar license (any jurisdiction)
• Immigration or courtroom experience preferred
• Availability during court business hours