Litigation/Legal Assistant (SD)

CDF Labor Law; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Firm perks

Job summary

CDF Labor Law LLP in San Diego, CA is seeking an experienced litigation legal assistant to join a dynamic team. This hybrid, full-time role focuses on keeping matters moving, calendaring deadlines, and preparing court filings for California state and federal courts.

You will support three attorneys, manage complex schedules, and coordinate discovery, with strong attention to detail and client service. On-site with potential hybrid onboarding.

Qualifications

• At least five years of experience as a litigation legal assistant in a law-firm or comparable litigation environment.
• Strong calendaring skills, including the ability to research and apply court, local, and judge-specific rules.
• Hands-on experience with California state and federal e-filing requirements and procedures.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft 365, particularly Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Exceptional proofreading, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Sound judgment, initiative, and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills and a strong commitment to client service.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Keep litigation matters moving. Manage case files and assignments from opening through resolution, track next steps, and follow through until work is complete.
• Coordinate calendars and deadlines. Calculate, calendar, verify, and monitor deadlines; research applicable court, local, and judge-specific rules; and cross-check dates using systems such as eDockets, Milana, or CompuLaw.
• Prepare polished court filings. Format and proofread pleadings and other documents; prepare tables of contents and authorities; bookmark exhibits; and e-file in California state and federal courts.
• Finalize discovery for service. Coordinate communication with clients, redact information, and apply Bates numbers.
• Support a busy attorney team. Provide high-level litigation and administrative support to three attorneys while coordinating competing assignments with accuracy, poise, and professionalism.
• Communicate proactively. Keep attorneys and team members informed, clarify priorities and deadlines, and raise questions or potential issues promptly.
• Own the administrative details. Coordinate travel, prepare expense reports, enter attorney time, maintain organized files, and handle other role-related administrative responsibilities.

Skills

Litigation support

Calendaring

E-filing rules

Microsoft 365

Proofreading & detail

Communication

Time management

High school diploma

Education

Bachelor's degree

Legal-assistant certificate

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

eDockets

Milana

CompuLaw

Microsoft 365

Job description

CDF Labor Law LLP | Labor & Employment | San Diego, CA

FULL-TIME, HYBRID

5+ YEARS' EXPERIENCE

$41–$46 PER HOUR

Keep matters moving. Own the details. Help attorneys deliver excellent client service.

For 30+ years, CDF Labor Law LLP has distinguished itself as a leading California employment, labor, and business immigration firm. Across five offices, our collaborative team represents employers ranging from small businesses to Fortune 500 companies in litigation, compliance, and risk avoidance.

Join our award-winning San Diego office as an integral member of a dynamic legal team. This is an opportunity for an experienced litigation legal assistant who enjoys managing the details that keep cases on track, supporting sophisticated matters, and working closely with attorneys and colleagues in a collaborative environment.

What You'll Do

• Keep litigation matters moving. Manage case files and assignments from opening through resolution, track next steps, and follow through until work is complete.
• Coordinate calendars and deadlines. Calculate, calendar, verify, and monitor deadlines; research applicable court, local, and judge-specific rules; and cross-check dates using systems such as eDockets, Milana, or CompuLaw.
• Prepare polished court filings. Format and proofread pleadings and other documents; prepare tables of contents and authorities; bookmark exhibits; and e-file in California state and federal courts.
• Finalize discovery for service. Coordinate communication with clients, Redact information; and apply Bates numbers.
• Support a busy attorney team. Provide high-level litigation and administrative support to three attorneys while coordinating competing assignments with accuracy, poise, and professionalism.
• Communicate proactively. Keep attorneys and team members informed, clarify priorities and deadlines, and raise questions or potential issues promptly.
• Own the administrative details. Coordinate travel, prepare expense reports, enter attorney time, maintain organized files, and handle other role-related administrative responsibilities.

What You Bring

• At least five years of experience as a litigation legal assistant in a law-firm or comparable litigation environment
• Strong calendaring skills, including the ability to research and apply court, local, and judge-specific rules
• Hands-on experience with California state and federal e-filing requirements and procedures
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft 365, particularly Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Exceptional proofreading, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills
• Sound judgment, initiative, and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills and a strong commitment to client service
• High school diploma or equivalent

Even Better

• Labor and employment litigation experience
• Experience supporting attorneys through discovery, depositions, hearings, and trial/arbitration preparation
• Bachelor's degree
• Legal-assistant certificate

Role Details

• Reports to the Director of Legal Operations and the Office Managing Partner
• Supports three attorney desks in the Irvine office at 4660 La Jolla Village Dr, Suite 740
• Full-time schedule, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a 45-minute or one-hour unpaid meal period
• Works in the office five days per week during the 90-day onboarding period; a hybrid schedule may be available after successful completion of onboarding
• Professional office environment with regular use of a computer and standard office equipment
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and electronically, and to review documents and screens for extended periods

Why CDF

CDF is a highly respected, collaborative, and inclusive California law firm where legal professionals contribute to sophisticated work, partner closely with experienced attorneys, and have the opportunity to build rewarding careers with meaningful responsibility.

We proudly provide:

• Competitive compensation and incentives.
• Medical, dental, vision, and flexible spending benefits.
• Firm-paid EAP, telemedicine, life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability benefits.
• 401(k), Roth, paid holidays, other paid time off, and paid parental leave.
• Work-anniversary and birthday rewards, business-casual dress, an annual holiday event, and other firm perks.

A Firm Where Diverse Talent Thrives

CDF has been recognized in Law360's Annual Diversity Report for multiple consecutive years as one of the "Best Law Firms for Women and Minority Attorneys" among firms of similar size. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, and we encourage diverse candidates to apply.

Ready to take the next step in your legal support career?