Dom Houston
Paralegal/Senior Legal Assistant
Direct: (619) 374-0205
Email: dom@ameskaranjia.com
Dom Houston has more than 16 years of experience as a Paralegal and Legal Assistant, focused primarily on construction defect, HOA matters, business litigation, class-actions, and patent litigation. She also has experience with the California Courts of Appeal and multijurisdictional experience in state and federal courts. Dom provides essential support to staff, attorneys, and clients alike, balancing high-volume caseloads while maintaining a client-forward approach to case management.
In her spare time, Dom enjoys traveling, distance running, reading, and hanging out with her dog Scanner Barkley.
Education
University of San Diego School of Law, Paralegal Program (2017)
San Diego State University, B.A., Journalism/Political Science (2006)
Experience
Ames Karanjia LLPParalegal/Senior Legal Assistant: November 2025 – present
Caldarelli Hejmanowski Page & Leer LLP Litigation Paralegal: February 2020 – May 2025
Pestotnik LLPLitigation Assistant/Office Manager: July 2009 – February 2020
Bruckner & Walker LLPLitigation Assistant: April 2007 – July 2009
Office of the Attorney General for the District of ColumbiaPostbaccalaureate Intern: August 2006 – April 2007
Professional Activities
Member, San Diego Paralegal Association
Volunteer, Mama’s Kitchen