Employment Litigation Paralegal

Job Title: Labor and Employment Litigation Paralegal

Job Summary: W Law is a small expanding law firm that seeks a bilingual (English and Spanish) labor and employment law litigation Paralegal for a full-time 9am to 5:30pm, Monday through Friday, in the office position. This is not a remote or hybrid position.

W Law exclusively represents employees in labor and employment law litigation cases against their current and former employers, with a strong emphasis on fighting wage theft by pursuing wage and hour lawsuits.

The right fit is a San Diego County resident who brings kindness, cooperation, and professionalism to work. W Law values its employees and work life flexibility. But the Paralegal must be available to work overtime as needed, particularly when cases are in trial. The ideal candidate will have at least an associate degree and completed an ABA approved paralegal education program. The ideal candidate also must have at least 3 years of paralegal experience. The candidate must have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with minimal oversight.

Responsibilities:

Work in the office, never remotely

Draft and respond to discovery

Draft, file, and serve legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and briefs

Conduct legal research on Westlaw

Organize and manage case files

Assist with case management and trial preparation

Communicate with clients, witnesses, and other attorneys

Answer and screen calls

Manage case intake and interview potential clients

Schedule meetings and maintain attorney calendars

Assist with internet, website, and social media content

Process mail and packages, print, and scan documents

Drive to courthouses, post offices, banks, etc. for pick up and drop off tasks

Requirements:

ABA approved paralegal education program completion (ABA approved paralegal certificate or ABA approved paralegal associate degree)

Associate degree minimum education attainment

3 years minimum of law firm paralegal experience

Valid driver’s license

Strong reading comprehension, writing skills, and computer skills

Type speed at least 50 words per minute

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Westlaw, and Clio applications and software

Excellent organizational and time-management skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Bilingual in English and Spanish strongly preferred

The essential functions of the job require standing, walking, and sitting for long periods; lifting up to 25 pounds; and seeing, speaking, and hearing

Compensation:

$28 per hour

Health, dental, vision, retirement, and PTO benefits after 90 days

Please reply to this post with your resume, references, cover letter, and a copy of your ABA approved paralegal education program degree, certificate, or transcripts. Do not apply if you cannot submit proof that you completed an ABA approved paralegal education program.