Late Shift Litigation Legal Assistant (Remote After Training)

Orion Placement; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote after training

401(k)

Paid holidays

PTO

Parental leave

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Orion Placement seeks a Litigation Legal Assistant/Litigation Legal Secretary to support attorneys through the litigation lifecycle, from case initiation to resolution. You will file documents in state and federal courts, manage calendars, deadlines, and research rules, while coordinating with legal teams to keep cases organized.

Candidates should have 2+ years of experience, strong MS Office skills (Word/Outlook/Excel), and be capable of handling multiple tasks in a demanding environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of litigation legal assistant or litigation legal secretary experience including court filings, calendaring, and deadline management.
• Experience with state and federal court e-filing, litigation calendaring, and court procedures.
• 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

Time management

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Job description

• 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. Civil litigation experience 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.
• 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.