Litigation Project Assistant

Considine Search; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal recruitment firm is seeking Litigation Project Assistants in San Francisco. Ideal candidates are recent graduates eager to dive into the legal field, providing support during technology-related litigation phases such as trial preparation and document discovery. Responsibilities include administrative support, legal research, and managing case files. Candidates should possess a degree, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Salary ranges from $60,000 to $75,000 annually, plus overtime and bonuses, based on experience.

Qualifications

• Recent college graduates with an interest in the legal field.
• Intellectual curiosity and an interest in technology.
• Willingness to work overtime and travel for trial.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and legal support to clients and case teams.
• Compile and organize documents for discovery and trial preparation.
• Prepare for and attend depositions and trials.
• Assist with factual and legal research.
• Manage internal case files and docket.

Skills

Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite

Advanced knowledge of Excel

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Strong attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

B.A. or B.S. degree

Job description

Summary

Litigation Project Assistants are typically recent college graduates looking to gain exposure to the legal field before attending law school or embark on a paralegal career. Litigation Project Assistants work with lawyers and senior paralegals on all phases of complex technology related litigation, from the initial complaint to document discovery, depositions, expert discovery, trial preparation and post-trial/appeal.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and legal support to firm’s clients and case teams.
• Compile and organize documents to assist in discovery, motions practice, depositions, hearings, and trial preparation.
• Prepare for and attend depositions and trials.
• Assist with factual and legal research.
• Assist with managing internal case files and docket.
• Create charts, graphs, tables, etc. for data analysis and synthesis.
• Utilize e-discovery platforms and other software programs as needed to complete projects.
• Other duties as assigned by case teams and/or Director of Practice Management.

Desired Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• B.A. or B.S. degree.
• Intellectual curiosity and an interest in technology.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, advanced knowledge of Excel preferred and working knowledge of Adobe.
• Willingness and flexibility to work overtime, occasionally on short notice, with the ability to travel for trial.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and track extensive details.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with clients and all levels of personnel while handling confidential information sensitively and discreetly.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment, while demonstrating initiative, diplomacy, and tact when under pressure.

Diversity & Inclusion

Firm is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Salary

$60,000.00-$75,000.00, plus overtime and bonus, dependent on experience, internal equity and location.