Litigation Legal Practice Assistant

Job Description

Litigation Legal Practice Assistant | Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP

The Tone:
This is an in-person position at Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP, located in Irvine, CA. Womble Bond Dickinson is a legal services firm, and this role supports an active litigation team. This position is critical for maintaining strict confidentiality, managing multiple priorities, and delivering superior administrative and legal support to attorneys and clients within a demanding legal environment.

The TL;DR
• Role: Experienced
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Irvine, CA
• Pay: $64000–$109000 yearly
• Team: Litigation Team
• Mission: This person ensures the smooth administrative and legal operation of litigation matters by providing comprehensive support to assigned attorneys.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office Suite, NetDocuments, Intapp Time, document comparison software

What You’ll Actually Do
• Document Management: Draft, proofread, and format pleadings and legal documents with precision and professionalism.
• Court Filings: Manage electronic filing of legal documents in both Federal and State courts, ensuring compliance with all procedural requirements.
• Calendar & Meetings: Coordinate in-person and virtual meetings, including scheduling, room reservations, catering, and IT support, while maintaining attorney calendars and schedules with timely reminders.
• Administrative Support: Provide daily administrative and clerical support to assigned attorneys, including preparing and submitting electronic expense reports and arranging travel logistics.
• File Organization: Organize and maintain electronic and paper files using NetDocuments, analyzing and saving key correspondence and emails using standardized naming conventions.

The Must-Haves
• Background: High School Diploma or GED required, focusing on litigation legal support for an active legal team.
• Experience: Minimum of 5+ years of experience as a litigation legal assistant.
• Skills: Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize effectively; excellent written and verbal communication skills, including grammar and proofreading; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Bonus: Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred; advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills; experience with NetDocuments or similar document management systems; experience in Complex Litigation and Trial matters.