Legal Assistant

O'Hagan Meyer

Los Angeles (CA)

Hybrid

USD 75,000 - 95,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (Medical)

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Family Leave

Short Term & Long-Term Disability

Training & Development

Free Food & Snacks in Office

Wellness Resources

Commuter Benefits

Job summary

O’Hagan Meyer LLC seeks a full-time Litigation Legal Assistant in Woodland Hills, CA. You will support multiple attorneys, draft and file pleadings, manage calendars, and coordinate travel. The role requires 7+ years of law firm experience, expertise in state and federal filings, and strong Word/iManage skills. Hybrid work possible after 90 days; competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

Seven-plus years of experience in a law firm setting.
Experience with labor or commercial litigation preferred.
Proficiency in document creation and court filings.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive litigation support to multiple attorneys and manage heavy caseloads.
Prepare, revise, format pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery.
Prepare court filings for state, federal, and appellate courts.
Coordinate travel and track reimbursements.
Assist with discovery and trial support, including exhibits.
Maintain filing systems and calendars for deadlines and hearings.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Court rules knowledge

Legal secretary experience

ECF filings

Word advanced

Proofreading/editing

Fast-paced environment

Interpersonal skills

Tools

iManage

Job description

O’Hagan Meyer LLC, a national law firm, has an opening for a full-time litigation Legal Assistant in its Woodland Hills, California office. Successful candidates will have 7+ years of experience in a law firm environment. Familiarity with labor and employment or commercial litigation is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive litigation support to multiple attorneys, managing heavy and complex caseloads
Prepare, revise, proofread, and format pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and correspondence in compliance with applicable court rules
Prepare court filings for state, federal and appellate courts, including electronic and traditional filings
Coordinate travel arrangements. Prepare, submit, and track travel and expense reimbursements
Assist with discovery and trial support, including document production, exhibit preparation, and court filings. Support scanning, photocopying, and binder preparation as needed
Create and maintain filing systems and databases in compliance with office policies to ensure accurate and efficient data retrieval
Maintain and monitor litigation calendars, including deadlines, hearings, depositions, and trial dates
Perform other duties as assigned

Strong knowledge of California and Federal court rules and procedures.
Minimum of three years working as a legal secretary/assistant experience in a law firm.
Proficiency in ECF filings and other court filing procedures.
Advanced Word skills, including creating tables, bookmarking, and styling documents. iManage experience a plus but not required.
Strong proofreading and editing abilities, with a focus on accuracy and grammar.
Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain effective working relationships with attorneys and co-workers.

O’Hagan Meyer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Position is full-time, M-F with the possibility of some overtime. After 90 days of training, employees may be eligible for hybrid work. Salary based on experience and included exceptional benefit package.

Compensation

from $75,000 - $95,000 annually.