Litigation Legal Assistant

Newport Williams

San Diego, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$75,000–$90,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Case Management, Detail Oriented, Employment Law, Intellectual Property (IP), Legal, Legal Documents, Legal Support Skills, Litigation, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Proofreading, Securities, Startup, Support Documentation, Team Player, Time Management
LOCATION
San Diego, CA
POSTED
1 day ago

A well-established, award-winning boutique litigation law firm in San Diego to identify an experienced Legal Assistant with a strong litigation background.This opportunity is well-suited for a detail-oriented and highly organized legal support professional who is comfortable working in a fast-paced litigation environment. Managing deadlines, preparing legal documents, and supporting attorneys through the lifecycle of active matters across business litigation, employment law (preferred) , intellectual property, and securities litigation.The position is primarily in-office, though flexibility may be considered on a case-by-case basis for the right candidate.ResponsibilitiesSupport attorneys with litigation matters, case management, and daily legal administrationPrepare, format, proofread, and organize legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, and related materialsManage calendars, deadlines, court dates, meetings, and case-related schedulingAssist with filings, discovery coordination, document organization, and matter trackingCommunicate professionally with attorneys, clients, courts, opposing counsel, and internal team membersMaintain organized case files and help ensure matters move forward efficientlyHandle confidential information with professionalism, discretion, and attention to detailQualifications3+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant or in a similar legal support roleStrong litigation background requiredEmployment law experience is a strong plusPrior law firm experience preferredFamiliarity with California state and federal court rules, filings, discovery, and legal document preparationExcellent organizational skills and strong attention to detailAbility to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced legal environmentStrong written and verbal communication skillsProfessional, proactive, reliable, and able to work both independently and collaborativelyThis is a strong opportunity for a litigation-focused Legal Assistant who enjoys being a key part of a legal team and supporting attorneys in an active, sophisticated practice. The firm handles complex matters for clients ranging from local startups to national Fortune 100 companies, offering the chance to contribute meaningfully to high-stakes litigation while working with a team that values organization, professionalism, and high-quality legal support.Compensation$75,000 – $90,000 annually, depending on experience. Compensation can exceed this range for highly experienced candidates. This is not a lockstep position.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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