Legal Assistant

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Litigation Legal Assistant for a temp-to-perm opportunity with a leading law firm. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive administrative and litigation support to attorneys and paralegals, ensuring smooth case management and efficient handling of legal documentation. This role offers the potential for a permanent position based on performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Case Management: Manage case files from inception through resolution, including organizing, indexing, and maintaining legal documents and correspondence.
• Document Preparation: Draft, proofread, and file legal documents such as pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and subpoenas in state and federal courts.
• Calendar Management: Maintain attorney calendars, schedule court dates, hearings, and client meetings, and monitor deadlines to ensure timely filings and responses.
• Client and Court Interaction: Serve as a point of contact for clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel. Facilitate communications and provide case status updates.
• Administrative Support: Prepare and format legal documents, correspondence, and reports; handle incoming calls and emails; and assist with billing and expense reports.
• Trial Preparation: Assist with trial binders, exhibits, and deposition materials; coordinate witness schedules and court filings.
• Electronic Filing: Handle e-filing processes for state and federal courts using platforms such as PACER and CM/ECF.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of litigation support experience in a law firm or legal department.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; paralegal certificate is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and document management systems (iManage, NetDocs).
• Strong attention to detail, ability to multitask, and excellent time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities; professional and courteous demeanor.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Position Type:

• Temp-to-Perm – Initial temporary period with potential for permanent hire based on performance and business needs.

Compensation:

$30 - $40/hr. depending on relevant experience.

Matura Farrington is an EEOC employer and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and all other local, state and federal laws.