Legal Assistant

LHH; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and sick leave

401(k)

Group Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Monthly travel/parking allowance

Job summary

A leading law firm in San Diego is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to provide high-level support and manage complex tasks. This role requires a minimum of 5 years experience in California civil litigation and familiarity with healthcare law. The ideal candidate will handle calendars, coordinate meetings, and manage legal documents with precision. Competitive salary of $95K to $115K is offered, along with comprehensive benefits. The position is full-time and hybrid, requiring 4 days onsite and 1 day remote.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of legal assistant experience, with California civil litigation expertise.
• 2–3 years of healthcare law experience.
• Strong understanding of federal and state court filing rules and procedures.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative support to attorneys, including calendar management and travel coordination.
• Schedule and coordinate client and board meetings.
• Prepare, format, edit, and redline legal documents.
• Support litigation processes including e-filing.

Skills

California civil litigation expertise

Healthcare law knowledge

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Excellent communication

Proficiency in Microsoft Word

Proficiency in Outlook

iManage knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Word

iManage

CompuLaw

Adobe Pro

Job description

This role is offered by LHH in partnership with a leading law firm in San Diego seeking an experienced Legal Assistant with a strong background in healthcare and administrative support.

Salary

Salary: $95K to $115K, commensurate with experience, plus comprehensive benefits including paid vacation and sick leave, paid firm holidays, medical/dental/vision coverage, 401(k), Group Life Insurance, LTD, LTC option, Flexible Spending Account, and a monthly travel/parking allowance.

Employment Type

Full-Time, Direct Hire, Hybrid (4 Days Onsite / 1 Day Remote)

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative support to attorneys, including calendar management and travel coordination
• Schedule and coordinate client and board meetings, ensuring all logistics are handled with precision
• Maintain frequent and professional client contact, acting as a liaison between clients and attorneys
• Prepare, format, edit, and redline legal documents with a high degree of accuracy
• Manage document filing and organization using iManage or similar document management systems
• Support litigation processes including e-filing and managing the litigation lifecycle
• Assist with proofreading, formatting, and document comparison
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff across departments to ensure seamless workflow

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of legal assistant experience, with California civil litigation expertise
• 2–3 years of healthcare law experience
• Strong understanding of federal and state court filing rules and procedures
• Proficient in Microsoft Word (2010 or higher), Outlook, and iManage
• Knowledge of CompuLaw, Best Authority, Adobe Pro, Comparite, and CCC Macros is a plus
• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage complex calendars
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Positive, collaborative attitude with a proactive mindset and ability to work independently

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled