Litigation Assistant

Overview

Reporting to the Litigation Assistant Manager, the Litigation Assistant supports hearing and trial preparation and provides attorney support for collection litigation in the State of California. This role works with California attorneys and other support staff.

Responsibilities

• Update electronic files
• Handle phone calls to and from Court staff
• Assist with preparation of documents to be filed for hearings and trial folders
• Assist with preparation of pleadings and correspondence
• Process mail daily and ensure all information received is updated properly in the firm’s file system
• Scan, copy, print, and redact legal documents
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

• Results-driven and customer-focused
• Ability to successfully prioritize and manage multiple work assignments
• Strong attention to detail while producing high-quality work
• Experience with California litigation from employment with a law firm or Court
• High school diploma (or equivalent), with preference for some college education and/or paralegal studies
• Prior experience with California litigation from employment with a law firm or Court
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite of products

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Frequently required to talk or hear, and use hands to type, handle, or touch objects
• Regularly required to stand and walk; may be required to stoop, bend, or reach above the shoulders
• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities

Work Environment

• Remote position

Schedule

• 8am–5pm Monday through Friday in employee’s time zone, with flexibility to meet business needs

Compensation & Benefits

• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Short-term disability
• 401(k) Retirement program
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Referral Program
• Volunteer Time Off
• Career opportunities