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Legal Assistant / Paralegal

HOGUE & BELONG

Legal Assistant / Paralegal

San Diego, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k) matching

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Plaintiffs’ Employment & Class Action Litigation

    Compensation: $28-38 per hour (depending on experience)

    Availability: 40+ hours per week

    Benefits:

    · 401K matching – we offer a 401K, and will match employee contributions up to 3%.

    · Health Insurance – up to $500 per month reimbursement with proof of payment.

    · Vacation – accumulates up to two weeks annually for your first two years, and then accumulates up to three weeks annually after your second full year.

    · Reimbursement – monthly reimbursement of $50 for cell phone use.

    · Onsite parking.

    · Generous PTO days.

    Hogue & Belong is a highly skilled and accomplished plaintiffs’-side law firm specializing in sexual harassment, employment litigation, and high-stakes class actions. We are seeking a dedicated, hard-working Legal Assistant / Paralegal who takes pride in their craft and wants to be deeply involved in meaningful, impactful litigation.

    This is not a clock-watching position. We are looking for someone who is committed, reliable, and motivated to work 40+ hours per week in a fast-paced litigation environment. For the right candidate, the workload is an advantage – not a drawback – because overtime opportunities are consistent and paid, and the experience gained is substantial.

    Why This Role Is an Opportunity

    40+ hours/week means overtime pay, not unpaid expectations

    Hands-on involvement in complex, high-stakes litigation

    Meaningful responsibility and direct collaboration with attorneys

    Rapid skill development and exposure well beyond most firms

    Work that matters – advocating for employees and class members

    Responsibilities

    Provide litigation support to attorneys at all stages of cases, from intake through trial

    Draft, file, and manage pleadings, motions, discovery, and correspondence

    Organize, maintain, and manage case files, databases, and document productions

    Assist with discovery, including document review, subpoenas, and responses

    Prepare and manage filings with state and federal courts

    Maintain calendars, deadlines, and trial preparation materials

    Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, vendors, and court personnel as directed

    Assist with deposition, mediation, and trial preparation

    Perform administrative and case-management tasks critical to active litigation

    Required Qualifications

    Strong work ethic and dedication to excellence are mandatory

    Prior experience as a legal assistant or paralegal (litigation experience strongly preferred)

    Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

    Strong written and verbal communication skills

    Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment

    Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal document management systems

    Reliability, professionalism, and a proactive mindset

    Who Thrives Here

    Someone who takes ownership of their work

    Someone who wants to grow and be challenged

    Someone who understands that high-quality legal work requires effort and commitment

    Someone who values overtime as an opportunity – not a burden

    About Hogue & Belong

    At Hogue & Belong, legal assistants and paralegals are essential members of the litigation team. You will not be sidelined or underutilized. You will gain real experience, real responsibility, and real exposure to complex plaintiffs’ litigation that makes a difference.