Litigation Legal Assistant (Litigation Secretary)

Integr8staff, LLC; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Integr8staff, LLC is seeking a seasoned Litigation Legal Assistant to support a top Am Law 50 firm in Los Angeles. This hybrid role covers pleadings, discovery, e-filing, calendaring and billing, from filing through trial and appeal.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in litigation support, deep court procedure knowledge, and can handle high-stakes matters in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of litigation experience as a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant.
• Strong knowledge of California Superior Court, federal and appellate rules.
• Experience with document productions and e-discovery.
• Proficiency in MS Office and document management systems.

Responsibilities

• Format, edit and manage pleadings, discovery and other documents.
• Schedule depositions, court dates and attorney calendars.
• Prepare and file court documents per firm standards.
• Communicate calendar updates to the docketing team.
• Prepare engagement letters and partner timesheets.
• Support e-discovery and document productions.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal secretary experience

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Adobe Acrobat

Zoom

Teams

Document management system

Job description

Litigation Legal Assistant (Litigation Secretary)

• Legal

Job Title – Litigation Legal Assistant (Litigation Secretary)

Company Location – Los Angeles, CA

Hybrid (4 days on-site, 1 day remote)

Direct hire, Non-Exempt

Pay Range: $26.00 – $62.00/hour, DOE

Job Summary of the Litigation Legal Assistant position

Integr8staff seeks a seasoned Litigation Legal Assistant to join a global Am Law 50 law firm in Los Angeles. You’ll support litigation attorneys and paralegals through every stage of a case, from initial filing through trial and appeal, handling pleadings, discovery, e-filing, calendaring and billing. This high-visibility hybrid role is ideal for a senior legal secretary with deep knowledge of Superior Court and federal court procedures who thrives in a fast-paced, high-stakes trial practice.

Responsibilities of the Litigation Legal Assistant position

• Format, edit, proofread and manage pleadings, discovery and other legal documents
• Schedule and coordinate depositions, court dates, filing deadlines, attorney calendars, meetings and travel
• Prepare and file official correspondence and court documents in line with firm standards and procedures
• Proactively manage casework and deadlines, and communicate calendar and docket updates to the docketing team
• Run conflict checks, open new client/matter numbers and prepare engagement letters
• Prepare partner timesheets, expense reports and client bills
• Support document productions and e-discovery
• Maintain strict confidentiality of client and attorney information
• Collaborate closely with attorneys, paralegals and firm staff at all levels

Requirements of the Litigation Legal Assistant position

• 7+ years of litigation experience as a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant in a law firm
• Strong working knowledge of California Superior Court, federal and appellate court rules and procedures, including trial procedures
• Experience with document productions and e-discovery
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, Zoom and Teams, plus experience with a document management system
• Excellent spelling, grammar, punctuation and attention to detail
• Strong time management and ability to juggle multiple projects with shifting priorities, working independently
• Availability for overtime, evenings and weekends as needed
• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree or some college preferred

Updated resume is required for consideration. Only Local candidates will be considered - Position does not offer relocation or visa sponsorship.

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