Legal Assistant

IsoTalent; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan + employer annual contribution

Health, Dental, and Vision benefits

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Opportunity to work on high-impact cases

Job summary

A respected law firm in Sacramento is seeking a Legal Assistant to support litigation efforts. The ideal candidate will manage legal calendars, prepare documents, and assist attorneys effectively. Requires over 5 years of legal office experience and strong knowledge of court rules. This role offers a competitive salary and rich benefits, supporting justice for vulnerable individuals.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a legal office, including civil litigation.
• Strong knowledge of Federal and California State court rules.
• Highly organized and dependable.

Responsibilities

• Manage firm-wide legal calendars and monitor deadlines.
• Draft and review legal documents with accuracy.
• Coordinate court appearances and scheduling.

Skills

Legal calendaring

Civil litigation

Excellent written communication

Excellent verbal communication

Organizational skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Calendaring software

PACER

Job description

Base pay range

$70,000.00/yr - $105,000.00/yr

Overview

Legal Assistant Our client, a highly respected law firm specializing in civil litigation and elder abuse cases, is looking for a Legal Assistant to join their Sacramento-based team. Do you have a strong background in legal calendaring and civil litigation? Are you comfortable working independently while keeping every detail in check? Are you passionate about helping a team that advocates for justice and supports vulnerable individuals? If yes, this may be the perfect Legal Secretary position for you. Keep scrolling to see what this company has to offer.

The Perks

• Compensation: $70,000-$105,000, based on experience
• 401k plan + employer annual contribution
• Health, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Opportunity to work on high-impact cases that make a real difference in the community

A Day in the Life of the Legal Assistant

In this full-time role, you’ll be the organizational backbone of a busy litigation practice. Your day-to-day work will keep attorneys and paralegals on track by managing critical court deadlines, preparing accurate legal documents, and ensuring timely filings. Your precision and proactive approach will help drive the firm's mission to deliver justice for those affected by elder abuse, wrongful death, and catastrophic injuries.

Responsibilities

• Managing firm-wide legal calendars and monitoring rule-based deadlines
• Coordinating court appearances and scheduling
• Drafting, formatting, and reviewing legal documents with accuracy
• Filing documents with both Federal and California State courts
• Assisting attorneys and paralegals with service of pleadings and credential management
• Occasionally delivering physical filings to court
• Using Microsoft Office, PACER, and state court systems for daily tasks

Requirements and Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a legal office, including civil litigation support and calendaring responsibilities
• Strong knowledge of Federal and California State court rules
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, calendaring software, and state court e-filing systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized, dependable, and able to work independently
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening

About the Hiring Company

Our client is a mission-driven legal practice with a reputation for excellence in elder abuse, wrongful death, and catastrophic injury cases. The firm is deeply committed to holding wrongdoers accountable and achieving justice for those they serve. Known for their team-focused culture, our client empowers its staff with the tools and support needed to grow and thrive.

Come Join Our Legal Team

Start by filling out this 3-minute, mobile-friendly application here. We look forward to hearing from you!