Litigation Assistant - Newport Beach, CA

Lee Hecht Harrison
  • Newport Beach, CA
  • $55,000–$65,000 Per Year
3 days ago

Job Description

LHH is partnering with a respected law firm seeking a Junior Litigation Assistant to support its busy litigation team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in legal support while gaining hands-on experience with litigation matters.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide administrative and litigation support to attorneys and legal staff.

  • Prepare and proofread routine legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery, and correspondence.

  • Assist with court filings, including California state court e-filing.

  • Track deadlines and submit documents for docketing.

  • Organize and maintain case files and litigation documents.

  • Assist with trial and arbitration preparation.

  • Prepare spreadsheets, charts, binders, and other case-related materials.

  • Coordinate attorney travel and manage time-entry support.

  • Utilize document management and case management systems, including NetDocuments and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree preferred.

  • Paralegal certificate is a plus.

  • 1+ year of litigation legal assistant or junior paralegal experience preferred.

  • Familiarity with California court e-filing procedures.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Hybrid schedule with one remote day per week after 90 days onsite in the beginning in Newport Beach, CA.

  • Pay: This posting is a representative sample of the types of roles we typically place with our clients. Depending on the specific client, location, and role, the salary range is estimated to be $55,000 to $65,000 annual salary and benefits may include medical, dental, vision, and 401k plans.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pay Details: $55,000.00 to $65,000.00 per year

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Numbers & Facts

LocationNewport Beach, CA
Salary$55,000–$65,000 Per Year

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