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San Diego, CA - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Note: This is a hybrid position and requires employees to be on-site 3 days a week at either the Los Angeles or San Diego CA office.

Note: You must have at least 5 years of recent California litigation experience. If you do not meet this requirement please do not schedule a call as it will be canceled.

About Our Client

Our client is a leading California-based law firm recognized for handling high-profile complex litigation across state and federal courts. With a collaborative team approach and a reputation for excellence they provide legal services to public and private sector clients across a wide spectrum of practice areas including constitutional law civil rights and class actions. The firm values integrity client service and legal innovation and has earned numerous accolades within the legal industry.

Job Description

  • Provide comprehensive administrative and litigation support to attorneys in the Trial and Litigation Group
  • Draft edit and format legal documents including pleadings motions TOAs TOCs and memoranda
  • File documents with federal and California state courts including appellate filings
  • Maintain case files manage internal records and support document production
  • Maintain and monitor attorney calendars using legal calendaring tools (e.g. CompuLaw)
  • Coordinate deadlines and track litigation schedules
  • Support trial prep and post-trial filings
  • Use legal tech systems including Office 365 iManage Adobe and timekeeping software
  • Handle client correspondence and coordinate with court staff
  • Perform other administrative duties as needed to support legal team efficiency

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 5 years of recent litigation experience in California
  • Prior experience supporting trial attorneys and managing court filings
  • Strong command of federal and California court rules
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Adobe document management systems and legal billing/timekeeping software
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to multitask prioritize and work independently under deadlines
  • High School Diploma required; Bachelors degree preferred
  • Appellate experience is a plus

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

  • Work for one of Californias most respected litigation firms
  • Opportunity to support high-impact meaningful litigation
  • Be part of a collaborative award-winning legal team
  • Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
  • Join a firm that values its employees and promotes professional growth

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

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Must have 5 years of CA litigation support experience. Redirect the search for legal secretaries rather than paralegals
*(search for legal secretaries rather than paralegals).
Must have state and federal court filing experience.

Submissions: Andrea Everage:

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