HybridApplicants must reside in Southern California; the role may be remote, hybrid, or onsite, with onsite trial preparation as needed.
LegalLegal Counsel & Legal Support
About the job
Requirements
In-depth knowledge of California Civil Procedure and Court Rules, and meticulous management of an attorney’s calendar is required.
At least 8 years of experience as a legal assistant or litigation secretary.
Proficiency in a Windows environment.
Strong communication skills.
Organizational skills and the ability to learn quickly.
Dependability, reliability, trustworthiness, and motivation.
Integrity and a professional demeanor.
Responsibilities
Calendar court dates from case initiation through trial, including depositions with clients, court reporters, interpreters, videographers, and other entities, as well as other case occurrences.
Prepare draft court documents, including complaints, answers, discovery, briefs, motions, motions for summary judgment, correspondence, and memoranda.
Revise and finalize documents and ensure timely service, filing, and delivery.
Prepare for trials as needed.
Confirm calendar events.
Complete other special projects as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
Type at least 70 words per minute.
Job Title: Legal Assistant
Location: San Diego, CA 92130 This position may be worked remotely or hybrid/onsite from our San Diego office. Applicants must reside in Southern California, to assist with onsite trial preparations if needed.
About the role: We are seeking a senior-level defense Litigation Secretary with 8+ years of experience is needed to support busy litigation attorneys. Must be self-motivated, team oriented, have a high attention to detail and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Accuracy is a must.
Key Responsibilities:
Calendaring court dates from the initiation of a case through trial, depositions (with clients, court reporters, interpreters, videographers and other entities) and other case occurrences.
Preparing draft court documents, specifically complaints, answers, discovery, briefs, motions, motions for summary judgment, correspondence and memos.
Revising and finalizing documents and ensuring timely service, filing and delivery.
Preparing for trials as needed
Confirming calendar events
Other special projects as assigned
Qualifications:
In-depth knowledge of California Civil Procedure and Court Rules, and meticulous management of attorney’s calendar is required.
8+ years of experience as a legal assistant or litigation secretary
Proficiency in a Windows environment
Typing at least 70 wpm is preferred
Outstanding communication skills and team player spirit
Organizational skills and the ability to learn quickly
Very dependable, reliable, trustworthy and motivated
Strong integrity and professional demeanor
Compensation & Benefits:
Salary Range: $80K to $100K.
We also offer bonus opportunities and generous benefits, including health insurance, 401(k), and paid time off. If you are self-motivated, a team player, and take pride setting and achieving high level goals, we want to hear from you.
Apply Now! Take the next step in your legal career and join a team where your skills and ideas will be truly valued. Please apply directly or send your resume and application details to [email protected].