Beacon Hill's client, an international law firm specializing in complex litigation, is seeking an experienced litigation paralegal to support attorneys at a fast-paced, team-oriented firm in their San Diego office. The right candidate is a self-starter with plaintiff‑side complex litigation experience, particularly in antitrust, securities, and consumer/corporate governance class actions.

• Location: San Diego, CA 92101 (hybrid — 4 days onsite, 1 day remote)
• Start: ASAP
• Duration: open-ended, with potential to convert to direct hire
• Hours: Full-time (willing and available to work overtime as needed)
• Pay: $35 to $65/hour, depending on experience

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years of paralegal experience working at a plaintiff‑side firm focused on antitrust, consumer protection, securities, and/or corporate governance class action litigation
• Excellent cite‑checking, proofreading, and editing skills, including strong command of Bluebook citation rules
• Proofreading and editorial skills, and advanced grammar knowledge
• Microsoft Office 365 and Kofax Power PDF
• Bloomberg, Westlaw, LexisNexis File & Serve, Pacer, Courtdrive, and electronic filing procedures (both federal and state)
• Experience using SharePoint document management system

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT

• Bachelor’s Degree, and
• Graduation from an ABA-approved program of study for paralegals

DESIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• 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
• Quick responder and proactive communicator, comfortable collaborating with attorneys and paralegals across multiple offices via email, telephone, and shared document platforms

Candidates will be tested on proofreading, grammar, punctuation, fact-checking, and cite-checking skills at the time of the interview.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• 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
• Assist attorneys with discovery and case management, including monitoring deadlines and maintaining familiarity with assigned matters
• Finalize, file, and serve briefs, complaints, and other legal documents; monitor filing and service status and keep attorneys apprised throughout the process
• Conduct fact-checking and factual research, including background checks and other case-related activities as assigned
• Research and prepare pro hac vice applications and related court-specific filing requirements, as needed