Legal Assistant (5+)

Overview

The organization is seeking an organized and professional Litigation Legal Assistant to support a team of attorneys. This role will provide case-related assistance, prepare legal documentation, and manage litigation files. Experience with electronic filing procedures in California & Texas State and Federal Courts is required. Prior experience in Employment Defense, Insurance Coverage, and Hospitality law is preferred.

This is a full-time, remote position.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive litigation support to multiple attorneys, managing heavy and complex caseloads
• Prepare, revise, proofread, and format pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and correspondence in compliance with applicable court rules
• Prepare court filings for state, federal, and appellate courts, including electronic and traditional filings
• Coordinate travel arrangements and prepare, submit, and track travel and expense reimbursements
• Assist with discovery and trial support, including document production, exhibit preparation, and court filings; support scanning, photocopying, and binder preparation as needed
• Create and maintain filing systems and databases in compliance with office policies to ensure accurate and efficient data retrieval
• Maintain and monitor litigation calendars, including deadlines, hearings, depositions, and trial dates
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree, Paralegal Certificate, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of prior work experience as a legal assistant, legal secretary, or related role in litigation
• Must have California courts filing experience
• Familiarity with law, legal procedures, and protocols
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, Adobe Acrobat, Pacer and ECF Filing Systems
• Previous remote work experience
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work independently while also supporting a team
• Strong understanding of client confidentiality rules

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous iManage experience

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $85K to $100K
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, & Vision)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave, & Company Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Free Food & Snacks in Office
• Wellness Resources
• Commuter Benefits

Location

Remote (electronic filing experience needed for California & Texas State and Federal Courts).