Legal Assistant

SearchPointNY; California; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A nationwide law firm is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to enhance their supportive team in Laguna Hills, California. The role focuses on preparing legal documents, managing case files, and ensuring compliance with court rules. Ideal candidates will possess extensive civil litigation experience and exceptional proofreading skills, contributing to the firm's reputation for quality service.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of civil litigation experience in a law firm.
• Skilled in preparing legal documents with a preferred typing speed of 70+ WPM.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and knowledge of court filing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepares legal documents for state and federal courts.
• Manages attorney calendars and tracks deadlines.
• Maintains professionalism when interacting with clients and visitors.

Skills

Proofreading

Time Management

Detail-oriented

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

This range is provided by SearchPointNY. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$80,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr

Direct message the job poster from SearchPointNY

I am working with a nationwide law firm known for its collaborative culture and work-life balance to add a Litigation Legal Assistant to their team. This person will support various labor and employment attorneys out of their Laguna Hills office.

Responsibilities:

• Prepares legal documents for state and federal courts, including discovery, motions, pleadings, and related filings; manages electronic submissions across various court platforms, including appellate.
• Drafts and edits legal correspondence and memoranda, often independently; experienced with employment litigation workflows and practice-specific enclosures.
• Reviews and formats documents to meet court rules and professional standards.
• Manages attorney calendars, tracks deadlines, and ensures key dates are met.
• Opens and maintains case files, reviews for closure, and organizes for digital archiving.
• Maintains professionalism and confidentiality when greeting clients and visitors.
• Coordinates meetings and travel arrangements; may assist with time entry and billing.
• Supports a busy team environment by handling administrative tasks such as scanning, filing, phones, and expense management.
• Responds promptly to communications, ensuring timely follow-up and professionalism.

Qualifications:

• Minimum five years of civil litigation experience in a law firm; background in labor and employment law strongly preferred.
• Skilled in preparing legal documents from drafts or minimal direction; preferred typing speed of 70+ WPM.
• Excellent proofreading, grammar, and formatting skills; capable of basic math for document calculations and maintaining organized records.
• Strong time management and multitasking abilities; works well under pressure with limited supervision.
• Detail-oriented and proactive in completing assignments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and comparable legal tools.
• Knowledgeable in court filing procedures, including CM/ECF and other electronic platforms.
• Communicates clearly and professionally with clients, attorneys, and team members in all settings to provide excellent customer service - even under pressure.

The salary range is $80,000 - $100,000 (depending on experience) with excellent benefits and a hybrid schedule. Apply now to explore a rewarding career move with a firm known for its collaborative culture, commitment to professional growth, and strong work-life balance.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal, Administrative, and General Business

• Industries

  Law Practice and Legal Services

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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