Hybrid Litigation Executive Assistant: High-Impact Support

Wilson Sonsini; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid in-office schedule

Benefits package

Overtime may be available

Job summary

Wilson Sonsini is seeking a Litigation Executive Assistant in a hybrid in-office role based in San Diego. You will provide advanced administrative and litigation support to attorneys and clients, coordinating filings, case management, and communications across internal teams.

The position requires deep familiarity with litigation procedures, superior organization, and the ability to anticipate needs in a fast-paced environment. The role supports all phases from intake to trial preparation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of litigation experience in a law firm.
• Proficiency in e-filings in state and federal courts.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office and PDF editing.
• Experience with Google Workspace is a plus.
• Strong organizational and client service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key contact for attorneys, clients, vendors, and firm departments.
• Facilitate new business intake, including conflicts checks and engagement letters.
• Perform e-filings in state and federal courts and send copies.
• Manage attorney admissions and court logins.
• Coordinate hearings, depositions, and trial logistics.
• Maintain accurate client and case records in the firm’s document system.
• Timekeeping, billing, and expense management coordination.
• Prepare and edit legal documents and service of process.
• Oversee DocuSign, courier services, and mailings.

Skills

Litigation support

Time management

Client service

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

PDF editing tools

Google Workspace

e-filing systems

Job description

Wilson Sonsini is seeking a Litigation Executive Assistant in a hybrid in-office role based in San Diego. You will provide advanced administrative and litigation support to attorneys and clients, coordinating filings, case management, and communications across internal teams.

The position requires deep familiarity with litigation procedures, superior organization, and the ability to anticipate needs in a fast-paced environment. The role supports all phases from intake to trial preparation.