Legal Assistant

Ascendion; San Francisco (CA); Hybride; USD 75 000 - 95 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Hybrid work environment

Complex, high-stakes litigation

Support multiple attorneys

National law firm reputation

Overtime opportunities

Résumé du poste

Ascendion is seeking a Legal Assistant to join a leading national law firm in San Francisco. This hybrid role supports attorneys handling sophisticated litigation matters in a fast-paced environment, with a focus on organization and timely communication.

The role requires 1+ year of litigation assistant experience, law firm exposure preferred, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. There is potential for overtime earnings as part of the compensation package.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of litigation legal assistant experience.
• Law firm experience preferred.
• Knowledge of state and federal court filings.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and able to manage multiple priorities.

Responsabilités

• Prepare and proofread legal documents.
• Handle court filings and case deadlines.
• Manage calendars and coordinate schedules.
• Coordinate depositions, mediations, and meetings.
• Assist with billing, trial prep, and case files.
• Communicate with clients, courts, and opposing counsel.

Connaissances

Litigation experience

Strong organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Outils

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

Legal Assistant | Join a Leading National Law Firm

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

I’m recruiting for an experienced Legal Assistant to join a well-established national litigation firm known for handling complex, high-stakes matters for major corporate clients.

This is an exciting opportunity for a litigation legal assistant who enjoys a fast-paced environment, takes pride in staying organized, and wants to support attorneys handling sophisticated litigation matters.

What’s In It For You?

• Hybrid work environment
• Work on complex, high-stakes litigation
• Support multiple attorneys in a busy litigation practice
• Join an established national law firm with a strong reputation
• Opportunity for overtime earnings

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and proofread legal documents.
• Handle court filings and case deadlines.
• Manage calendars and coordinate schedules.
• Coordinate depositions, mediations, and meetings.
• Assist with billing, trial prep, and case files.
• Communicate with clients, courts, and opposing counsel.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of litigation legal assistant experience.
• Law firm experience preferred.
• Knowledge of state and federal court filings.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and able to manage multiple priorities.

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between $75,000 – $95,000. [Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.]

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid holidays annually
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Profit-sharing opportunities
• Paid time off
• Employee wellness and professional development programs