Legal Practice Assistant

A respected East Bay law firm is seeking an experienced and highly organized Litigation Practice Assistant to support a team of attorneys handling complex litigation matters. This is a great opportunity for a legal professional who thrives in a detail-driven environment, enjoys managing high-volume caseloads, and is looking to be an integral part of a collaborative legal team.

Position Summary

The Litigation Practice Assistant will play a key role in supporting attorneys through all phases of complex litigation, including case management, filings, calendaring, and client coordination. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience with large-scale litigation, a proactive mindset, and a strong understanding of court procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive litigation support to attorneys, including case preparation, document management, and trial assistance
• Manage complex calendaring of court deadlines, meetings, and case milestones
• Handle State and Federal court e-filing and ensure compliance with local rules and procedures
• Assist with the preparation and formatting of pleadings, discovery, motions, and correspondence
• Maintain detailed and organized case files, both electronically and in hard copy
• Liaise with clients, courts, vendors, and experts with professionalism and confidentiality
• Monitor deadlines, assist with docketing, and ensure timely follow-up on case-related tasks
• Collaborate with legal secretaries, paralegals, and other team members to support high-stakes matters

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience as a litigation assistant or similar legal support role, with a strong background in complex litigation
• Solid knowledge of California and Federal court rules and filing procedures
• Proficient in case management systems, Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and e-filing platforms
• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to handle multiple ongoing priorities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A team-oriented attitude with a proactive and professional approach
• Ability to work independently while also supporting team goals

If you're a seasoned litigation assistant who's ready to bring your expertise to a dynamic and challenging environment, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume outlining your relevant experience.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.