Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant

Swlaw; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Snell & Wilmer in San Diego seeks a Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant to support attorneys in the Litigation Practice Group. The role emphasizes high-level administrative coordination, calendar management, and document preparation in a demanding litigation environment.

Ideal candidates will have California court procedures knowledge, strong proofreading skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and document management systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a legal administrative assistant or in a litigation administrative role.
• Strong familiarity with California court procedures, including state, federal, and appellate levels, and e-filing.
• Proficiency in legal terminology, procedures, and documentation.
• Excellent proofreading and editing skills with attention to detail in written communications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, OneNote, Outlook) and document management systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with reliability and multi-tasking capability.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to interact with staff and clients.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• High discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain attorneys’ schedules, including meetings, appointments, and travel.
• Prepare and edit correspondence, reports, and presentations.
• Assist attorneys with case preparation and organizing case files, evidence, and exhibits.
• Manage calendars and schedule meetings, depositions, and court appearances.
• Coordinate interviews, depositions, and other case-related activities with clients, witnesses, and experts.
• Draft, proofread, and finalize legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and discovery requests.
• File legal documents with courts and administrative agencies, ensuring procedural compliance.
• Maintain and accessibly store case files and related documentation.
• Serve as liaison between clients, attorneys, and other parties in litigation.
• Handle incoming/outgoing correspondence, phone calls, and emails.
• Prepare and distribute correspondence, memoranda, and reports.
• Monitor deadlines and ensure compliance with court rules and procedures.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Discretion and confidentiality

Independent and team work

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Document management systems

Job description

Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant

Job Category: Administrative

Requisition Number: LITIG001917

• Posted : October 22, 2026
• Full-Time

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Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant Details:

Snell & Wilmer currently has an opening for aLegal Administrative Assistant within ourLitigation Practice Group in ourSan Diego office. You will provide high-level administrative support to attorneys specializing in litigation. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion. The ideal candidate will have experience in a legal environment and possess a strong understanding of litigation procedures and documentation.

If you have 3 years of litigation legal administrative assistant experience within a mid-size law firm supporting several attorneys, we look forward to speaking with you soon.

The position is scheduled Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., in the office. After three to six months, and based on supervisor discretion, there may be an opportunity to move to a hybrid schedule.

Position responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Administrative Support:
  • Manage and maintain attorneys’ schedules, including arranging meetings, appointments, and travel.
  • Prepare and edit correspondence, reports, and presentations.
  • Assist attorneys with case preparation, including organizing and maintaining case files, evidence, and exhibits.
  • Manage calendars and schedule meetings, depositions, and court appearances.
  • Coordinate with clients, witnesses, and experts to arrange interviews, depositions, and other case-related activities.
• Document Preparation:
  • Draft, proofread, and finalize legal documents such as pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and trial briefs.
  • Prepare and file legal documents with courts and administrative agencies, ensuring compliance with procedural rules.
  • Maintain and update case files, ensuring all documentation is accurately filed and easily accessible.
• Communication:
  • Serve as a liaison between clients, attorneys, and other parties involved in litigation.
  • Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, including phone calls, and emails.
  • Prepare and distribute correspondence, memoranda, and reports.
• Court and Filing Procedures:
  • Prepare and ensure timely filing of legal documents with the court.
  • Monitor and track deadlines to ensure compliance with court rules and procedures.

Experience and Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of experience as a legal administrative assistant, or in a similar administrative role within a litigation environment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of California court procedures, including state, federal, and appellate levels, with a strong emphasis on e-filing procedures.
• Proficiency in legal terminology, procedures, and documentation.
• Exceptional proof-reading and editing skills, with a keen eye for detail in all written communications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, OneNote, and Outlook) and experience with document management systems.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and within a team, showing reliability and the capacity to juggle multiple tasks effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of staff and clients.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• High level of discretion and confidentiality.

The pay range for this position is $35.00 to $45.00 per hour depending on years of experience.

Snell & Wilmer offers a competitive performance-based compensation and a generous benefits package starting on your first day. The benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401K/profit sharing, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement and paid time off including vacation time, personal time, and sick time where appropriate. Snell & Wilmer values the principles of Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging.

Snell & Wilmer is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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