Litigation Legal Assistant – Hybrid Schedule, Top Firm Support

Higgs Fletcher & Mack, LLP; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Dis 

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

On-site gym

Transportation allowance

Continuing education

Job summary

Higgs Fletcher & Mack LLP in San Diego, CA is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to provide high-level administrative and litigation support to attorneys and paralegals handling sophisticated matters.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years of litigation experience as a Legal Assistant or in a similar role, with exceptional organizational and communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Three years’ experience as a Legal Assistant in civil litigation.
• Proficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel, DocuSign, and document management systems.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Strong system skills in document management systems and digital filing.
• Superior oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact with clients and coworkers.
• Ability to balance competing and changing priorities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Diligent in meeting deadlines and completing tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative and litigation support to attorneys and paralegals in various Litigation practice groups.
• Manage complex calendars, schedule consultations, depositions, and client meetings.
• Prepare, revise, and proofread legal documents, including pleadings, documents, agreements, and discovery responses.
• Draft correspondence, engagement letters, conflict waivers, and assist with new matter openings.
• Coordinate and process filings in State and Federal courts, including electronic filing and service.
• Prepare exhibit binders, trial/hearing materials, and maintain organized case files (electronic and physical).
• Communicate professionally with clients, court staff, opposing counsel, and vendors.
• Track certified mailings, overnight deliveries, and manage document flow.
• Process invoices, check requests, and schedule conference rooms.
• Collaborate closely with paralegals to ensure smooth case management and workflow.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

DocuSign

Job description

Higgs Fletcher & Mack LLP in San Diego, CA is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to provide high-level administrative and litigation support to attorneys and paralegals handling sophisticated matters.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years of litigation experience as a Legal Assistant or in a similar role, with exceptional organizational and communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.