Litigation Legal Assistant

remotepeople; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Remote People is recruiting on behalf of a well-established, large law firm for a Litigation Legal Assistant to support members, associates, and other legal staff in its Los Angeles office. This role offers broad exposure to litigation practice and close collaboration with attorney teams.

Mostly in-office role with limited remote flexibility; candidates should demonstrate excellent organization, professional client service, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of secretarial/administrative experience, litigation experience preferred.
• Knowledge of legal terminology, civil procedure, and discovery practices.
• Familiarity with California court systems and filing procedures.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare correspondence, memoranda, and other documents accurately and on deadline.
• Manage attorney calendars, meetings, and travel logistics.
• Support monthly billing, time entry compliance, and expense processing.
• Assist attorneys with CLE tracking and reporting.
• Handle conflicts checks, engagement letters, and client/matter intake.
• Maintain organized, compliant document management workspaces.
• Deliver professional, responsive client service via phone and in person.
• Retrieve, review, and file pleadings, discovery, and court documents.
• Monitor litigation deadlines and assist with drafting motions and other filings.
• Research case law, procedural rules, and court/judge-specific requirements.
• Format, file, and serve court documents per applicable rules.
• Prepare deposition notices, subpoenas, and written discovery requests.
• Coordinate service of process, court reporters, and e-discovery support.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Client service

Job description

Remote People is recruiting on behalf of a well-established, large law firm for a Litigation Legal Assistant to support members, associates, and other legal staff in its Los Angeles office. This role offers broad exposure to litigation practice and close collaboration with attorney teams.

What You'll Do

• Prepare correspondence, memoranda, and other documents accurately and on deadline
• Manage attorney calendars, meetings, and travel logistics
• Support monthly billing, time entry compliance, and expense processing
• Assist attorneys with CLE tracking and reporting
• Handle conflicts checks, engagement letters, and client/matter intake
• Maintain organized, compliant document management workspaces
• Support timely closing of client matters and proper records disposition
• Deliver professional, responsive client service via phone and in person
• Retrieve, review, and file pleadings, discovery, and court documents
• Monitor litigation deadlines and assist with drafting motions and other filings
• Research case law, procedural rules, and court/judge-specific requirements
• Format, file, and serve court documents per applicable rules
• Prepare deposition notices, subpoenas, and written discovery requests
• Coordinate service of process, court reporters, and e-discovery support

What You Bring

• 5+ years of secretarial/administrative experience, litigation experience preferred
• Knowledge of legal terminology, civil procedure, and discovery practices
• Familiarity with California court systems and filing procedures
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Professional, collaborative, client-focused approach

Schedule:

Mostly in-office, with limited remote flexibility