Overview
A nationally recognized litigation firm is seeking a skilled Legal Assistant to support attorneys in civil litigation and insurance defense. This full-time remote position offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, high-performing legal environment.
Responsibilities
- Format pleadings and correspondence
- File and e-file documents in State, Federal, and Appellate Courts
- Prepare Table of Contents and Table of Authorities for motions
- Schedule depositions, hearings, and conference calls
- Docket case-related deadlines
- Conduct legal research using Westlaw
- Coordinate attorney travel arrangements
- Assist with trial preparation
- Support attorneys with daily administrative tasks
- Manage document organization and file maintenance
Requirements
- Minimum of 3+ years’ experience as a litigation legal assistant
- Preferred experience in insurance defense and/or personal injury
- Solid understanding of civil litigation, including state, federal, and appellate calendar deadlines and rules
- Experience with court filings in California at state, federal, and appellate levels
- High proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism
- Manage diverse workload and adapt to changing priorities
- Strong teamwork skills and ability to work under tight deadlines
- Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Professional appearance and demeanor
Compensation & Benefits
- Hourly pay range: $38–$46, depending on experience
- Overtime paid at 1.5× the regular hourly rate as needed
- Comprehensive benefits coverage, including plans with zero employee cost (average annual employee contribution $700–$1,700)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Monthly technology reimbursement of $60
- 401(k) program with 100% match on first 3% contributed and 50% match on next 4–5%
- Vacation time accrued annually at base rate
- Paid parental leave at base pay
- 37.5-hour standard workweek
- Educational reimbursement program for non-attorney eligible team members (up to $3,500 per calendar year)
- Internal diversity and inclusion initiatives
- Firm-wide charitable giving program
- Numerous social and off-site events throughout the year
Location
Equal Opportunity
The employer is committed to equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.
Additional Information
- No recruiters or agencies
- Applicants should have exceptional attention to detail