Litigation Assistant

Matura Farrington; Los Angeles (CA); Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to join their dynamic team on a part-time, remote basis. This role is perfect for detail-oriented individuals with a strong background in litigation procedures and electronic court filing systems. You will be responsible for preparing and filing legal documents, drafting pleadings, and managing case files while ensuring compliance with court rules. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess excellent organizational and communication skills, this opportunity is ideal for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as a litigation legal assistant or secretary.
• Expertise in electronic court filing systems and legal formatting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file legal documents in various courts.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and maintain case files.

Skills

Litigation Procedures

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Technical Skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Document Management Software

Electronic Court Filing Systems

Job description

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Base pay range

$40.00/hr - $45.00/hr

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We are seeking a highly skilled Litigation Legal Assistant to join our team on a part-time, remote basis. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned litigation secretary with a strong command of state, federal, and JAMS court procedures and filings. This role requires meticulous attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced legal environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare, format, and file legal documents in state, federal, and JAMS courts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with court rules and deadlines
• Draft and finalize pleadings, motions, and discovery documents
• Create and maintain Tables of Contents (TOC) and Tables of Authorities (TOA)
• Coordinate with attorneys and court personnel regarding case filings and procedural requirements
• Manage and organize case files and correspondence electronically
• Track litigation deadlines and maintain case calendars
• Provide administrative support as needed in ongoing litigation matters

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience as a litigation legal assistant or secretary
• Expertise with electronic court filing systems (state, federal, and JAMS)
• Proficient in TOC/TOA creation and legal formatting
• Appellate and/or Bankruptcy court experience a strong plus
• Strong technical skills, including Microsoft Office and document management software
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively while working remotely

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative and Legal

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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