Senior Paralegal / Legal Operations Specialist

Murphy Jones APC is a premier San Diego-based law firm focused on professional license defense, administrative law, and regulatory matters across healthcare and other industries.

We are seeking a high-performing Senior Paralegal who thrives in a fast-paced, high-responsibility environment and wants to play a central, trusted role in case strategy, client service, and firm operations.

This is not a back-office role. You will work directly with the firm principal and serve as a key driver of case execution and client experience.

• Direct access to and mentorship from firm leadership
• Substantive involvement in high-stakes licensing and administrative proceedings
• High autonomy and trust — your work will matter immediately
• Opportunity to grow into a lead operations or senior paralegal role
• Exposure to Medical Board, BRN, OMIG, OAH, and regulatory defense matters

You will function as the operational backbone of the firm, owning critical workflows from intake through resolution:

• Manage and organize complex case files across multiple agencies
• Draft and prepare substantive legal documents, correspondence, and filings
• Coordinate hearings, deadlines, and calendaring (OAH, agency matters, etc.)
• Prepare trial/hearing exhibits and supporting documentation
• Interface directly with clients, agencies, and third parties
• Support billing, time entry, and accounts receivable processes
• Maintain internal systems and ensure smooth day-to-day operations
• Assist with workflow optimization and practice management initiatives

You are not just organized—you are reliable under pressure, detail-obsessed, and proactive.

• 5+ years experience as a Paralegal or Senior Legal Assistant
• Strong experience drafting legal documents and managing deadlines
• Exceptional organizational and follow-through skills
• Comfortable managing multiple matters simultaneously
• Strong communicator (written and verbal)
• Tech-capable (MS Office, Adobe Acrobat; Apple environment a plus)
• Experience in administrative law, healthcare, or litigation strongly preferred

• Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience (market-aligned for senior-level candidates)
• Healthcare benefits
• Paid time off
• Opportunity for performance-based growth and advancement

Please submit:

• Resume
• Brief cover letter explaining your relevant experience
• Writing sample (preferred)

We are looking for someone who wants more than a job—you should want to become an integral part of a high-performing legal practice. If you are the type of professional who takes ownership, anticipates needs, and executes at a high level, we want to hear from you!