Senior Legal Assistant | Civil Defense | 148422

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Job Location:

Los Angeles, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

A stable civil defense and subrogation boutique is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support a senior litigation attorney in its Downtown Los Angeles office.

This is a high-responsibility role managing a large and active litigation desk requiring strong organizational skills litigation knowledge and the ability to independently manage deadlines and filings. The role supports one senior attorney and provides additional assistance to two other attorneys.

The firm handles Fortune 500 client matters in civil litigation and insurance-related disputes with a steady and structured workflow.

Responsibilities:

Manage a high-volume civil litigation caseload (6070 active matters)
Prepare format and proofread legal documents
Independently handle California state and federal e-filings
Prepare discovery shells (Interrogatories RFPs RFAs)
Maintain litigation calendars and track deadlines
Schedule hearings depositions and appearances
Coordinate communication with clients counsel and courts
Assist with mediation and trial preparation
Provide executive-level calendar and administrative support

Candidate Requirements:

Minimum 5 years of legal assistant or litigation support experience
Strong understanding of California civil litigation procedures
Experience supporting senior litigation attorneys preferred
Proven ability to manage heavy caseloads and competing deadlines
High level of professionalism and organizational ability
Must be fully onsite in Downtown Los Angeles

Compensation:

$90000 $110000

Benefits:

Medical dental and vision coverage (50% employer contribution)
401(k) with employer contributions per plan terms
8 paid holidays
6 sick days annually
Vacation accrual increasing with tenure

Work Expectations:

MondayFriday onsite schedule
Direct support to senior attorney and additional attorneys
High-volume litigation desk ownership

Salary Range:$90000 to $110000

Reference: 148422

Required Experience:

Senior IC

A stable civil defense and subrogation boutique is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support a senior litigation attorney in its Downtown Los Angeles office.This is a high-responsibility role managing a large and active litigation desk requiring strong organizational skills litigation knowle...