For over 25 years, Reicker Pfau has been a leading full-service law firm serving the Santa Barbara community and clients throughout California and the United States. Reicker Pfau has a well-earned reputation for effective and personalized counsel and advocacy in a variety of practice areas, including business transactions, real estate transactions, corporate law, civil litigation, land use, employment law, and estate planning. As a workplace, Reicker Pfau offers a collegial, collaborative, and entrepreneurial environment that encourages associates to take ownership over their careers and their place in the firm.
Summary
Our Business Litigation Group is actively seeking a highly qualified Business and Civil Litigation Paralegal to join our dynamic team. The role encompasses supporting attorneys in a wide range of litigation matters, including commercial and business disputes, employment litigation, trusts & estates, real estate, and land use cases. The ideal candidate will possess 5+ years of litigation experience, a strong work ethic, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, demanding environment. This role offers immediate responsibility with the potential for professional growth within the firm.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys with drafting pleadings, pre-trial motions, and legal correspondence.
- Manage discovery processes, including organizing, reviewing, and summarizing documents.
- Support depositions by preparing exhibits, organizing case files, and managing schedules.
- Conduct thorough legal and factual research to support court filings and client counsel.
- Maintain effective communication with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
- Coordinate and assist with pre-trial preparations and trial logistics.
- Organize and maintain case files, ensuring all documents are up-to-date and easily accessible.
- Support post-trial activities, including preparation of appellate documents.
- Oversee and delegate administrative tasks to legal assistants, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
Qualifications
- Paralegal certification from an accredited program preferred.
- 5+ years of civil litigation experience, preferably in business litigation.
- Strong reading comprehension, legal writing, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Excellent decision-making, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
- Proficiency in legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw) and litigation support software.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple priorities effectively.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation ranging from $85,000 to $120,000, based on experience.
- Immediate eligibility for 401(k) and Profit Sharing Retirement Plans.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Reicker Pfau is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Application Process
Please submit your resume and cover letter to TCook@rppmh.com.