Litigation Paralegal (5+ YOE) | Probate, Trust & Estate
San Diego, CA Direct-Hire $85000.00 - $100000.00 Onsite

Job Description

AMG is partnering with a respected probate, trust, estate, and civil litigation firm to identify a Probate/Litigation Paralegal for its San Diego or Costa Mesa office. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced paralegal to support attorneys handling complex litigation matters while working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. Candidates with strong civil litigation experience will be considered, and probate experience is highly preferred.

Highlights

  • Join a respected probate, trust, estate, and civil litigation practice
  • Direct hire opportunity
  • Competitive compensation with flexibility for exceptional candidates
  • Hybrid flexibility may be available for top performers
  • Parking provided
  • Strong team culture and long-term growth potential
  • Exposure to complex litigation and trial preparation

Position Details

  • San Diego, CA or Costa Mesa, CA
  • Up to $100,000+ DOE
  • Full-time Probate/Litigation Paralegal opportunity
  • 5+ years of paralegal experience required
  • Strong civil litigation experience required
  • Probate, trust, and estate experience preferred
  • Onsite role with potential hybrid flexibility

Role Overview

  • Support attorneys in probate, trust, estate, and civil litigation matters
  • Prepare, proofread, and file pleadings, motions, and court documents
  • Manage discovery, subpoenas, document productions, and case files
  • Coordinate witnesses, depositions, hearings, and trial preparation
  • Maintain litigation calendars and monitor critical deadlines
  • Review legal documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance
  • Utilize Microsoft Office, Adobe, and legal case management software to support litigation teams

Next Steps

Apply today to learn more about this opportunity. All inquiries, applications, and candidate information will be held in the strictest confidence.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Job Reference: JN -032026-417475