Litigation Legal Assistant (53959ce)

Estrin Legal

San Diego (CA)

Hybrid

USD 90,000 - 105,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Disability insurance

Job summary

A respected law firm in San Diego is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to provide comprehensive support to attorneys. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of legal support experience in a large law firm and demonstrate excellent organizational skills, a clear communication style, and a high level of confidentiality. This hybrid role involves managing legal documents, coordinating schedules, and maintaining client communications. Join a supportive team where your contributions will be valued.

Qualifications

Understanding legal documents from complaints to motions.
10+ years of legal support experience in a large law firm.
Ability to juggle multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

Create, edit, proofread, and process legal documents.
Keep legal files organized and updated.
Coordinate meetings, travel plans, and deadlines.
Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and courts.
Participate in team strategy sessions.

Skills

Legal document comprehension

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Clear communication

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Base pay range

$90,000.00/yr - $105,000.00/yr

Litigation Legal Assistant

Hybrid

If you’re a seasoned legal support professional who loves keeping attorneys organized, clients happy, and cases moving, this role was made for you.

Our client—an established, highly respected law firm—is looking for a Legal Support Specialist who brings equal parts skill, poise, professionalism, and heart.

What You’ll Do (a.k.a. Your Superpowers in Action)

Create, edit, proofread, and process legal documents across a wide range of matters
Keep legal files impeccably organized—both paper and electronic
Update case information, scan materials, track documents, and keep things running smoothly
Coordinate meetings, travel plans, and deadlines like a pro
Open new clients/matters and run conflict searches
Handle time entry, billing, reimbursements, and invoices
Maintain calendars and email for a busy group of attorneys
Take calls, communicate with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and firm teams
Collaborate closely with paralegals, admin coordinators, and other support staff
Participate in team strategy sessions
Jump in on overflow projects and special assignments when needed

Who You Are

You understand legal documents—from complaints to subpoenas to motions—with ease
You’re detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to juggle multiple priorities
You communicate clearly, professionally, and with confidence
You take pride in confidentiality
You thrive under deadlines
You enjoy being part of a supportive, collaborative team

What You Bring

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred
10+ years of legal support experience, ideally in a large law firm
A positive attitude, a calm demeanor, and a knack for making everyone’s job easier

Why This Role Stands Out

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a firm where people stay, attorneys appreciate great support, and your contributions truly matter.

Call to Action

If you’re ready to join a professional, warm, and engaging environment where your skills will shine, send your resume today.

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