Litigation Legal Assistant

Adams & Martin Group; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Support accomplished attorneys

Collaborative culture

Exposure to complex litigation

Career growth

Job summary

Adams & Martin Group is seeking a focused Litigation Legal Assistant in San Francisco to support a partner and litigation practice group within a growing national law firm. You will manage complex documents, e-file across jurisdictions, coordinate hearings and depositions, and ensure accurate billing and docketing while delivering exemplary client service.

The role demands 3+ years of experience, strong organizational skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal tech tools.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of litigation legal assistant experience.
• Experience supporting attorneys in a law firm environment.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local court filing procedures.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF software, TOA, TOC, and legal document formatting.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional, team-oriented mindset and commitment to superior client service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, revise, proofread, and format legal documents including pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda, correspondence, and appellate filings.
• Generate and update Tables of Authorities (TOA), Tables of Contents (TOC), and other court-required documents.
• Manage active litigation matters, coordinating with courts, clients, opposing counsel, experts, and witnesses regarding hearings, depositions, trials, and case-related meetings.
• Assist with discovery management, trial preparation, deposition coordination, exhibit preparation, and trial binders.
• Handle federal, state, and local court e-filings and ensure compliance with court procedures and deadlines.
• Maintain electronic and physical case files within document management systems.
• Manage attorney calendars, meetings, travel arrangements, and expense reporting.
• Monitor litigation deadlines and collaborate with docketing teams to ensure critical dates are tracked and met.
• Enter attorney time, assist with billing processes, review proformas, and support matter management.
• Conduct conflict checks, open and close client matters, and prepare engagement documentation.
• Deliver exceptional service to both internal and external clients while maintaining strict confidentiality.

Skills

Litigation support

Legal document formatting

Communication skills

Time management

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Excel

PowerPoint

PDF software

TOA

TOC

Job description

Join a Dynamic Litigation Team at a Growing National Law Firm

Are you a Litigation Legal Asistant who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys being an integral part of a successful legal team? A highly respected and rapidly growing national law firm, is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to support a partner and litigation practice group. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional who enjoys taking ownership of their work, collaborating closely with attorneys, and contributing to high-level litigation matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, revise, proofread, and format legal documents including pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda, correspondence, and appellate filings.
• Generate and update Tables of Authorities (TOA), Tables of Contents (TOC), and other court-required documents.
• Manage active litigation matters, coordinating with courts, clients, opposing counsel, experts, and witnesses regarding hearings, depositions, trials, and case-related meetings.
• Assist with discovery management, trial preparation, deposition coordination, exhibit preparation, and trial binders.
• Handle federal, state, and local court e-filings and ensure compliance with court procedures and deadlines.
• Maintain electronic and physical case files within document management systems.
• Manage attorney calendars, meetings, travel arrangements, and expense reporting.
• Monitor litigation deadlines and collaborate with docketing teams to ensure critical dates are tracked and met.
• Enter attorney time, assist with billing processes, review proformas, and support matter management.
• Conduct conflict checks, open and close client matters, and prepare engagement documentation.
• Deliver exceptional service to both internal and external clients while maintaining strict confidentiality.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of litigation legal assistant experience.
• Experience supporting attorneys in a law firm environment.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local court filing procedures.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF software, TOA, TOC, and legal document formatting.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional, team-oriented mindset and commitment to superior client service.

Preferred Experience With:

• InTapp Time
• Intapp Open
• iManage
• Aderant
• Chrome River
• Interaction

• Competitive salary of $100K-$125K
• Opportunity to support accomplished litigation attorneys
• Collaborative and team-focused culture
• Exposure to complex litigation matters
• Career growth with a nationally recognized and expanding law firm

If you are a proactive litigation professional who enjoys being a valued member of a legal team and can hit the ground running, we'd love to hear from you!!

Desired Skills and Experience

Experienced Litigation Legal Assistant with a strong background supporting partners and litigation teams in fast-paced law firm environments. Skilled in drafting, proofreading, and managing complex legal documents including pleadings, motions, briefs, correspondence, and appellate filings at the federal, state, and local court levels. Proven expertise in e-filing, case management, trial preparation, discovery coordination, calendaring, docket monitoring, client communication, and travel coordination. Adept at managing competing priorities, maintaining critical deadlines, and delivering exceptional client service while serving as a proactive and trusted partner to attorneys. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, document management systems, billing software, and legal technology platforms.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.