Litigation Legal Assistant

Everett Dorey LLP; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work 1 day/week after intro

Job summary

Everett Dorey LLP in Irvine, CA is seeking a Civil Litigation Legal Assistant with 5-7 years of relevant experience to support defense attorneys through all phases of litigation. The role includes drafting and filing pleadings, discovery, and trial preparation while managing deadlines and document organization.

The firm offers growth opportunities, a culture of collaboration, and a partial remote work arrangement after a 90-day introductory period, with a flexible weekly remote day.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented legal professional with strong organization skills.
• Experience supporting civil litigation teams preferred.
• Excellent document drafting and proofing abilities.

Responsibilities

• Draft, format, proofread and finalize litigation documents including motions, pleadings and discovery materials.
• Coordinate service of process and track proofs of service.
• E-file court documents in state and federal courts (CM/ECF) and ensure proper formatting.
• Assist with trial preparation and manage deadlines using calendaring software.
• Organize and maintain case files and client documents in the firm’s DMS.

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

** CIVIL LITIGATION LEGAL ASSISTANT **

Defense-Side Civil Litigation | Full-Time | Irvine, CA

5-7 Years of Current, Relevant Experience

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Are you a detail-driven legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced litigation environment? Do you want to join a firm that values your growth, rewards your contributions, and treats you like a true team member—not just a number?

Everett Dorey, a respected Orange County defense civil litigation firm, is looking for a talented Legal Assistant to join our dynamic team. This isn’t just another legal assistant job — it’s an opportunity to build a meaningful career with a firm who will invest in your professional development and celebrate your success.

We defend clients in complex civil matters across California state and federal courts. If you’re passionate about litigation, eager to take ownership of your work, and ready to grow with a firm that recognizes talent, we want to hear from you.

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WHAT YOU’LL DO

As a Civil Litigation Legal Assistant, you’ll play a critical role in supporting our defense attorneys through every phase of litigation. Your responsibilities will include:

• Draft, format, proofread, and finalize litigation documents including motions, pleadings, discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, and correspondence
• Prepare and coordinate service of process, including arranging service with process servers and tracking proof of service
• E-file documents in California state courts and federal courts (CM/ECF), ensuring compliance with court rules and formatting requirements
• Assist with trial preparation, including expert discovery, trial documents, binders and coordinating with court personnel
• Manage litigation deadlines using calendaring and docketing software, ensuring nothing falls through the cracks
• Organize and maintain case files, litigation materials, and client documents in our document management system

The salary range for this position will be determined by several components, including but not limited to, relevant experience, internal equity, skills, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Company Description

Everett Dorey offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you both professionally and personally. We understand that sustainable success requires balance, so we foster an environment where work-life harmony is not just encouraged but prioritized—including the flexibility of one day of remote work per week after completing a 90-day introductory period. Our firm culture is built on mutual respect, collaboration, and genuine camaraderie, creating a workplace where you’ll feel valued from day one. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we actively cultivate a team that reflects the communities we serve. As a technologically advanced firm, we equip our team with cutting-edge tools and systems that enhance efficiency and allow you to focus on meaningful work. If you’re looking for a firm that puts its employees first and backs that commitment with action, Everett Dorey is the place to build your career.

Company Description

Everett Dorey offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you both professionally and personally. We understand that sustainable success requires balance, so we foster an environment where work-life harmony is not just encouraged but prioritized—including the flexibility of one day of remote work per week after completing a 90-day introductory period. Our firm culture is built on mutual respect, collaboration, and genuine camaraderie, creating a workplace where you’ll feel valued from day one. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we actively cultivate a team that reflects the communities we serve. As a technologically advanced firm, we equip our team with cutting-edge tools and systems that enhance efficiency and allow you to focus on meaningful work. If you’re looking for a firm that puts its employees first and backs that commitment with action, Everett Dorey is the place to build your career.