Litigation Legal Assistant

Job Description

Litigation Legal Assistant | Career Developers, Inc.

The Tone:
This is a full-time, direct hire role at a highly respected and growing law firm, recruited by Career Developers, Inc., located in Beverly Hills, CA. The firm is seeking an experienced professional to join its litigation team. This position is central to supporting attorneys handling complex legal matters, offering a collaborative and professional environment where exceptional organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and proven litigation experience are paramount. The successful candidate will thrive in a demanding setting, expertly managing multiple priorities to deliver crucial support to both legal professionals and clients.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Beverly Hills, CA
• Pay: $110000–$160000 yearly
• Mission: This person will provide comprehensive administrative and litigation support to attorneys handling complex legal matters, ensuring efficient operation and client service.
• Tech Stack: Compulaw, Milana, Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)

What You’ll Actually Do
• Document Preparation: Prepare, revise, and proofread a variety of critical legal documents, including pleadings, comprehensive correspondence, and other essential legal materials, ensuring accuracy and adherence to firm standards.
• Court Filings & Docketing: Manage the entire process of electronic court filings in both California state and federal courts, alongside diligently managing attorney calendars, closely monitoring court deadlines, and maintaining robust electronic docketing systems.
• Case File Management: Organize and meticulously maintain both electronic and physical client files. This includes preparing detailed Tables of Contents (TOCs), Tables of Authorities (TOAs), assembling exhibits, and compiling comprehensive trial binders and other necessary litigation materials.
• Administrative & Financial Support: Coordinate complex meetings, meticulously arrange travel, and efficiently manage attorney schedules. Additionally, collaborate closely with the accounting department to process expense reports, manage billing procedures, and reconcile monthly invoices.
• Litigation Readiness: Provide essential administrative support to attorneys and paralegals, assisting comprehensively with all aspects of preparation for hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials. This also includes contributing to special projects and collaborating with other departments as required.

The Must-Haves
• Background: This role requires an experienced professional with 5+ years of dedicated litigation legal assistant experience gained within a mid-sized or large law firm environment. A strong foundation in legal support is essential.
• Experience: Candidates must possess strong knowledge of California and Federal court rules, procedures, and electronic filing protocols. Proficiency in managing multiple attorneys and competing priorities while meeting critical deadlines is also required.
• Skills: Advanced proficiency is a must with Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint. Demonstrated excellent proofreading, precise document formatting, and effective redlining skills are critical for success in this position. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, coupled with a professional and client-focused approach, are also fundamental.
• Bonus: Preferred qualifications include experience with docketing software such as Compulaw or Milana, and prior hands-on experience with trial preparation.