Hybrid Litigation Assistant - Fast-Paced Case Support

beneschlaw; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Discretionary bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Benesch is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant in San Francisco for a hybrid role with home‑work flexibility. The ideal candidate has 3+ years in litigation, strong communication, and proficiency in MS Office, with familiarity in TOC/TOA and related legal tools.

You will support partners and the litigation team, manage calendars, filings, and discovery, and coordinate travel and time entry. The role offers growth, a comprehensive benefits package, and a discretionary bonus.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of litigation experience and a High School Diploma required.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work well with others, and communicate effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word) is required; experience with InTapp Time, Intapp Open, Chrome River, Aderant, Interaction, iManage is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, revise, redline and proofread pleadings, motions, briefs, and related documents for Federal, State and local courts, including TOC and TOA.
• Manage heavy case communications with courts, clients, witnesses, experts and opposing counsel.
• Assist with discovery requests, deposition exhibits, and trial binders; support trial preparation.
• Assist with e-filing procedures for Federal, State and local courts.
• Create and maintain client and administrative files and attorney calendars.
• Schedule appointments, video conferences, and travel; manage calendar entries.
• Manage and review attorney billable time; handle client invoicing.
• Perform initial conflict checks and open/close client matters; prepare engagement letters.
• Monitor deadlines with Docket Department and coordinate with travel reimbursements.
• Provide professional client service aligned with the Firm's First in Service philosophy.

Skills

Litigation experience

Excellent communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

TOC

TOA

Styles

PDF software

Job description

Benesch is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant in San Francisco for a hybrid role with home‑work flexibility. The ideal candidate has 3+ years in litigation, strong communication, and proficiency in MS Office, with familiarity in TOC/TOA and related legal tools.

You will support partners and the litigation team, manage calendars, filings, and discovery, and coordinate travel and time entry. The role offers growth, a comprehensive benefits package, and a discretionary bonus.