Remote Legal Practice Assistant: Detail‑Driven & Proactive

Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP seeks a skilled Legal Practice Assistant to support attorneys remotely from San Francisco or Glendale/Los Angeles, CA. The role emphasizes independence, confidentiality, and efficient handling of multiple timekeepers daily.

You will draft and file pleadings, manage electronic court filings, coordinate meetings, maintain calendars, handle intake, travel, and document management with NetDocuments, while upholding professional standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience as a legal assistant supporting both litigation and transactional practices; appellate experience preferred.
• Federal and State electronic court filing experience required.
• Experience with electronic databases and document management systems; familiarity with NetDocuments or similar preferred.
• Proven ability to work independently and in collaboration on assignments while exercising sound judgment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including grammar, proofreading, and document formatting abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint; advanced Excel skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft, proofread, and format pleadings, contracts, and other legal documents with precision and professionalism.
• Manage electronic filing of legal documents in Federal and State courts; ensure procedural compliance.
• Proofread, format, and assist with appellate filings, including cite-checking and document preparation.
• Coordinate in-person and virtual meetings including scheduling, room reservations, catering, and IT support.
• Maintain attorney calendars and schedules, with timely reminders and updates.
• Provide daily administrative and clerical support to assigned attorneys.
• Open new client and matter files and assist with intake procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Time management

Independent work

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

NetDocuments

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP seeks a skilled Legal Practice Assistant to support attorneys remotely from San Francisco or Glendale/Los Angeles, CA. The role emphasizes independence, confidentiality, and efficient handling of multiple timekeepers daily.

You will draft and file pleadings, manage electronic court filings, coordinate meetings, maintain calendars, handle intake, travel, and document management with NetDocuments, while upholding professional standards.