Late Shift Litigation Legal Assistant

Orion Placement; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work after training

Health benefits

401(k)

PTO

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Confidential Employer is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to support attorneys throughout the litigation process, from case initiation through resolution. The role requires 2+ years of litigation experience, including court filings and calendar management, with strong MS Office skills.

Based in Irvine, CA, the position is full-time with an initial in-office training period, then remote work after 30 days.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Litigation Legal Assistant or Litigation Legal Secretary.
• Experience with state and federal court e-filing and calendaring.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Word, Outlook, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys throughout the litigation process, from case initiation through resolution.
• Prepare, format, proofread, and electronically file legal documents in state and federal courts.
• Manage litigation calendars, track critical deadlines, and research applicable court rules.
• Prepare tables of authorities, organize exhibits, and handle redactions and Bates stamping.
• Coordinate with attorneys and legal teams to keep cases organized and moving forward.
• Assist with time entries, scheduling, travel arrangements, and other administrative needs.

Skills

Litigation support

MS Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Pay: $38.00 - $44.00 per hour

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Enjoy the flexibility of working remotely after just 30 days of in-office training!


• Take ownership of meaningful litigation support work and help attorneys manage cases from start to finish.


• Join a collaborative, established law firm where your expertise and attention to detail are truly valued.


• Work with experienced legal professionals while supporting interesting and challenging litigation matters.


• Enjoy competitive compensation, excellent benefits, paid time off, retirement savings, and opportunities to grow.

Location

Irvine, CA (Remote After Training). Enjoy a fully remote schedule after completing your first 30 days of in-office training. Candidates must live within commuting distance of Irvine, CA. Full-time, Monday through Friday, 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM, with a one-hour unpaid lunch.

Note

Candidates must have 2+ years of litigation legal assistant or legal secretary experience, including court filings, litigation calendaring, and deadline management. Availability for the late-shift schedule and initial on-site training in Irvine is required.

About Us

Confidential Employer.

We are an established California law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal representation and practical solutions for our clients. Our team values collaboration, professionalism, and a supportive environment where talented legal professionals can build rewarding careers while making a meaningful contribution.

Job Description

• Support attorneys throughout the litigation process, from case initiation through resolution.


• Prepare, format, proofread, and electronically file legal documents in state and federal courts.


• Manage litigation calendars, track critical deadlines, and research applicable court rules.


• Prepare tables of authorities, organize exhibits, and handle redactions and Bates stamping.


• Coordinate with attorneys and legal teams to keep cases organized and moving forward.


• Assist with time entries, scheduling, travel arrangements, and other administrative needs.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Litigation Legal Assistant or Litigation Legal Secretary.


• Experience with state and federal court e-filing, litigation calendaring, and court procedures.
  
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Word, Outlook, and Excel.


• Excellent organizational, proofreading, communication, and multitasking skills.


• Ability to manage competing priorities and support multiple attorneys.


• Labor and employment litigation experience preferred, but not required.


• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Why You Will Love Working Here

• Remote flexibility after your initial training period.


• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.


• 401(k), paid holidays, PTO, and paid parental leave.


• Employer-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and additional wellness benefits.


• A friendly, team-oriented culture where your work makes a difference.

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Benefits:

• 401(k)


• Dental insurance


• Health insurance


• Life insurance


• Paid time off


• Vision insurance