Legal Assistant

Job Title Legal Assistant Location San Diego, CA 92130. This position may be worked remotely or hybrid/onsite from our San Diego office. Applicants must reside in Southern California, to assist with onsite trial preparations if needed. About the role We are seeking a senior-level defense Litigation Secretary with 8+ years of experience is needed to support busy litigation attorneys. Must be self-motivated, team oriented, have a high attention to detail and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Accuracy is a must. Key Responsibilities Calendaring court dates from the initiation of a case through trial, depositions (with clients, court reporters, interpreters, videographers and other entities) and other case occurrences. Preparing draft court documents, specifically complaints, answers, discovery, briefs, motions, motions for summary judgment, correspondence and memos. Revising and finalizing documents and ensuring timely service, filing and delivery. Preparing for trials as needed Confirming calendar events Other special projects as assigned Qualifications In-depth knowledge of California Civil Procedure and Court Rules, and meticulous management of attorney’s calendar is required. 8+ years of experience as a legal assistant or litigation secretary Proficiency in a Windows environment Typing at least 70 wpm is preferred Outstanding communication skills and team player spirit Organizational skills and the ability to learn quickly Very dependable, reliable, trustworthy and motivated Strong integrity and professional demeanor Compensation & Benefits Salary Range: $80K to $100K. We also offer bonus opportunities and generous benefits, including health insurance, 401(k), and paid time off. If you are self-motivated, a team player, and take pride setting and achieving high level goals, we want to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr