Litigation Paralegal

Nelson Mullins is seeking a litigation paralegal in our San Diego office to assist attorneys representing leading automotive and medical device manufacturers in a range of matters pending in State and Federal courts throughout California.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of litigation experience in a law firm, including case preparation from beginning to end and an understanding of a paralegal’s role in the litigation life cycle.

Performing a broad range of substantive paralegal tasks, you’ll work directly with attorneys on litigation involving medical devices, pharmaceuticals, automobiles, industrial machinery and construction equipment.  You will prepare drafts of pleadings, notices, and motions. You will have direct contact with outside, third-party distributors to obtain records and coordinate inspections. You will prepare medical records summaries and chronologies. 

Other responsibilities will allow you to prepare deposition notices (organize, maintain and prepare deposition materials, exhibits and summaries); prepare case files for experts and corporate witness deposition preparation, track and manage discovery, including preparation and service of document productions; and participate in litigation strategy meetings.

The ideal candidate for this position possesses well-developed critical thinking, organizational skills, and the ability to meet deadlines.  You have a strong sense of accountability, take ownership over projects and responsibilities, resolve issues proactively, and know how to be a true team player.  You’re a technology pro and have no problem learning new software.  You utilize your paralegal expertise and keen eye for detail to further teamwork, client services, and efficiency.

The Ideal candidate would have a 2 or 4-year degree and a paralegal certificate; however, work experience may be substituted for education. they have the ability to conduct research using various research tools, including the Internet and Westlaw. they are flexiable to work overtime as needed to meet business needs.

With over 1,000 attorneys and professionals, Nelson Mullins has strong roots in the business community and an appreciation for new directions in the business world. As a Firm, Nelson Mullins has a strong foundation of community service and good citizenship. Our administrative professionals likewise promote these values, with opportunities to participate and play roles in various pro bono and community service initiatives. We collaborate with each other and with our clients, working side-by-side toward shared goals.