Litigation Assistant/Legal Assistant in Burbank

Jobot; Burbank (CA); Vor Ort; USD 52.000 - 62.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Jobot in Burbank, CA is seeking a Litigation Assistant/Legal Assistant to support attorneys on personal injury cases. You will maintain calendars, organize case files, draft basic documents, and coordinate with clients, experts, and opposing counsel to ensure timely communications.

This role offers exposure to court filings, depositions, and trial preparation in a dynamic law firm environment. Minimum 1 year of litigation support experience required; strong organization, time management, and

Qualifikationen

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a litigation assistant or legal assistant, preferably in personal injury or civil litigation.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize competing deadlines.
• Familiarity with litigation procedures, calendaring systems, and statutory deadlines.
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team-driven environment.
• Tech-savvy with experience using legal management and e-filing platforms.
• High school diploma required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Spanish language skills are a plus but not required.

Aufgaben

• Maintain and update litigation calendars, including deadlines, hearings, and appearances
• Prepare and organize case files for attorneys ahead of court dates and depositions
• File and serve pleadings, discovery, and other documents through e‑filing systems
• Draft basic legal documents, including judicial council forms and correspondence
• Coordinate with clients, experts, and opposing counsel to ensure timely communication
• Track case progress, manage internal reminders, and ensure compliance with court rules
• Support attorneys with trial preparation, document review, and last‑minute requests
• Handle administrative tasks related to case management and department operations

Kenntnisse

Organizational skills

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Independence with teamwork

Tech-savvy

Ausbildung

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

E-filing platforms

Litigation management software

Jobbeschreibung

Litigation Assistant/Legal Assistant | Burbank, CA | $52,000-$62,400 | Plaintiff Personal Injury

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Alizen Rodriguez.

Salary: $52,000 - $62,400 per year.

A bit about us

We are a busy and well-established personal injury law firm located in Burbank, California. Our team focuses on helping clients navigate car accident and injury claims with professionalism, compassion, and efficiency. We maintain a collaborative and supportive environment where every team member plays an essential role in achieving successful outcomes for our clients.

Why join us?

This is an opportunity to grow within a respected litigation team that values attention to detail, accountability, and teamwork. You'll work closely with experienced attorneys and paralegals in a fast-paced environment while gaining valuable hands‑on litigation experience. We offer stability, professional development, and a culture that encourages initiative and long‑term growth.

Job Duties

• Maintain and update litigation calendars, including deadlines, hearings, and appearances
• Prepare and organize case files for attorneys ahead of court dates and depositions
• File and serve pleadings, discovery, and other documents through e‑filing systems
• Draft basic legal documents, including judicial council forms and correspondence
• Coordinate with clients, experts, and opposing counsel to ensure timely communication
• Track case progress, manage internal reminders, and ensure compliance with court rules
• Support attorneys with trial preparation, document review, and last‑minute requests
• Handle administrative tasks related to case management and department operations

Job Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a litigation assistant or legal assistant, preferably in personal injury or civil litigation
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize competing deadlines
• Familiarity with litigation procedures, calendaring systems, and statutory deadlines
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team-driven environment
• Tech‑savvy with experience using legal management and e‑filing platforms
• High school diploma required; bachelor's degree preferred
• Spanish language skills are a plus but not required

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