Litigation Practice Assistant: Dynamic Legal Support

Holland & Knight; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & vision insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Short and long-term disability

401(k) and profit sharing

Paid holidays

Job summary

Holland & Knight seeks a Practice Assistant - Litigation to provide high-quality administrative support to a group of lawyers and professionals in a fast-paced environment. You will handle document preparation, scheduling, travel arrangements, and routine billing tasks under attorney supervision.

The role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and effective communication with clients and colleagues, including a strong command of Microsoft Office and document management systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; 4–5 years of experience supporting lawyers and paralegals with administrative tasks preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat; familiarity with document management systems.
• Experience with PACER and electronic filing in state and federal courts; familiarity with billing guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Communicate professionally with clients, lawyers, and staff via email, phone, and in person; route calls.
• Draft, format, edit, and manage Word, Excel, and PowerPoint documents; draft routine correspondence.
• Schedule domestic and foreign travel; coordinate flights, hotels, and car rentals.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Document management

Electronic signatures

Legal administration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PACER

Job description

Holland & Knight seeks a Practice Assistant - Litigation to provide high-quality administrative support to a group of lawyers and professionals in a fast-paced environment. You will handle document preparation, scheduling, travel arrangements, and routine billing tasks under attorney supervision.

The role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and effective communication with clients and colleagues, including a strong command of Microsoft Office and document management systems.