Legal Assistant - Personal Injury Litigation (Irvine)

Wilshire Law Firm; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a distinguished legal practice as a Litigation Legal Assistant, where you will work on high-value personal injury cases alongside a dynamic team. This role offers the chance to contribute to groundbreaking legal work while upholding the firm's commitment to excellence and justice. You will be responsible for managing case files, communicating with clients and courts, and supporting attorneys throughout the litigation process. With a focus on teamwork and integrity, this position provides opportunities for growth, competitive compensation, and a supportive work environment. If you are passionate about law and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Opportunities for Growth

Team Outings

Employee Referral Bonus

Firm-Paid Medical HMO

Firm-Paid Life Insurance

Low-Cost Dental and Vision Plans

401k

Flexible Spending Account

Qualifications

• 2+ years of civil litigation experience required.
• Strong written and oral communication skills are essential.
• Meticulous attention to detail and organizational skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Communicate professionally with clients, experts, and courts.
• Prepare documents for filing in state and federal courts.
• Manage court deadlines and support attorneys in litigation.

Skills

Civil Litigation Experience

Personal Injury Knowledge

Written Communication Skills

Oral Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Team Collaboration

Typing Speed (40 wpm)

Tools

e-Filing Knowledge

California Rules Knowledge

Job description

Legal Assistant - Personal Injury Litigation (Irvine)

Litigation Legal Assistant

Wilshire Law Firm is a distinguished, award-winning legal practice with over 18 years of experience, specializing in Personal Injury, Employee Rights, and Consumer Class Action lawsuits. We are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of Excellence and Justice and are united in our commitment to achieve the best outcome for our clients.

You will work side by side on a team of dynamic, collaborative, and client-focused professionals who are committed to delivering on our founding core values: Excellence, Teamwork, and Integrity.

The Opportunity

As our Litigation Legal Assistant, you will have the opportunity to work on high-value cases that are often ground-breaking and newsworthy.

Accountable for

• Professionally communicate with clients, experts, courts, and defense counsel
• Prepare documents for filing in both state and federal courts
• Manage and calendar court deadlines
• Support our attorneys in all phases of litigation
• Assist in drafting pleadings and complaints
• Assist paralegals in propounding and responding to discovery
• Maintain organized case files

Qualifications

• 2+ years of civil litigation experience
• Personal Injury experience highly preferred
• Ability to act independently and in a team-based environment
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Confident in a paperless work environment
• Knowledge of e-Filing and California rules
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Excellent organizational skills
• Type at least 40 wpm

Compensation

• $50,000 - $90,000 depending on experience plus performance-based incentives
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Team outings and sponsored events
• Employee referral bonus programs
• Firm-paid Medical HMO with affordable upgrades
• Firm-paid Life and AD&D insurance
• Low-cost Dental and Vision plans
• 401k
• FSA (Flexible Spending Account)
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Pet Insurance

Strive for Excellence. Fight for Justice. Foster Unity.

Wilshire Law Firm celebrates being an equal employment opportunity provider to all people in accordance with all applicable laws. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to assist individuals with disabilities during the application process and to facilitate their performance of essential job functions throughout their employment.

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