Description

Griffith & Thornburgh LLP is a well-respected mid-size firm in downtown Santa Barbara with an active and growing education law practice. We represent public school districts, a community college, and a local county education office on the Central Coast. We are seeking an experienced Paralegal/Legal Assistant to provide direct support to our education law practice group. This role is ideal for a paralegal with at least 3 years of experience, and preference will be given to candidates with prior exposure to education or public entity work experience. detail-oriented and motivated Paralegal to join our thriving and collegial practice. The ideal candidate has strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

You will assist with case management, legal research, discovery, and trial preparation while ensuring clients receive excellent service and support. This is a full-time, onsite position in our Santa Barbara office.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years of paralegal or legal assistant experience (education or public entity law strongly preferred).
ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate required.
Strong knowledge of California and Federal court procedures.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and case management software.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Must be able to commute to our Santa Barbara office 5 days per week.