Dynamic Litigation Assistant – Personal Injury

thefirmconsult; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Thefirmconsult is seeking a Legal Assistant for a Personal Injury / Defense Litigation role in Los Angeles, CA. This 100% in-office, full-time position requires 3–5 years of experience supporting attorneys in either plaintiff or defense litigation.

The ideal candidate will be organized, proactive, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment. Responsibilities span drafting, filing, discovery, calendar management, and client coordination to keep cases moving

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience as a Legal Assistant or in a similar legal support role.
• Prior experience working in a plaintiff-side (PLF) or defense-side (DEF) law firm is required.
• Familiarity with litigation procedures, court filings, discovery, and case management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal case management software.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and legal staff.
• Must be willing and able to work in the Los Angeles office five days a week.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys throughout the litigation process.
• Draft, proofread, and format legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, and other case-related materials.
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule depositions, coordinate meetings, and track important deadlines.
• Assist with discovery, including preparing, organizing, and tracking discovery requests and responses.
• Maintain and organize electronic case files, ensuring documents are accurate and easily accessible.
• Coordinate communication with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and other legal professionals.
• Assist with court filings, e-filing, and docket management.
• Monitor case deadlines and follow up on outstanding tasks to keep matters progressing efficiently.
• Conduct legal research and assist with gathering information and documentation as needed.
• Provide general administrative support to attorneys and the legal team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Independent work

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal case management software

Job description

Thefirmconsult is seeking a Legal Assistant for a Personal Injury / Defense Litigation role in Los Angeles, CA. This 100% in-office, full-time position requires 3–5 years of experience supporting attorneys in either plaintiff or defense litigation.

The ideal candidate will be organized, proactive, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment. Responsibilities span drafting, filing, discovery, calendar management, and client coordination to keep cases moving