Job Title:
Litigation Legal Assistant
Location:
San Diego, CA
Salary Pay Range and Other Compensation:
$95,000 - $105,000 annually
Employment Type:
Full-Time | Direct Hire
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Schedule:
Hybrid
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to provide high-level administrative and organizational support to multiple litigation attorneys. This role is essential in ensuring the efficient management of legal cases through document preparation, case coordination, calendaring, and communication with clients and court personnel. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to thrive in a fast-paced legal environment while handling sensitive information with discretion.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Draft, format, proofread, and finalize legal documents including pleadings, motions, and discovery responses
• Electronically file documents with state and federal courts in compliance with deadlines and procedures
• Serve as a point of contact for clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and vendors
• Respond to inquiries and relay messages accurately to attorneys
• Manage attorney calendars including court dates, depositions, client meetings, and deadlines
• Schedule and confirm appointments with clients, witnesses, and court reporters
• Prepare expense reports and assist with billing-related documentation
• Monitor deadlines and follow up on outstanding tasks to ensure timely completion
• Perform additional administrative duties as assigned
Qualifications:
• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree preferred
• 5+ years of litigation legal assistant experience in a law firm or similar environment
• Experience supporting multiple attorneys in a fast-paced setting
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Experience with legal document management systems such as iManage preferred
• Strong understanding of legal terminology, processes, and procedures
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
Benefits:
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Profit sharing program
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Hybrid work arrangement
Disclaimer: The compensation and benefits information in this posting represent a good faith and reasonable estimate of what it might pay for this position. This information may be modified at any time, subject to applicable law.
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