Legal Secretary - IP Litigation

Litigation Legal Assistant / Litigation Legal Secretary

Eastridge Workforce Solutions is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant / Litigation Legal Secretary to support a busy Intellectual Property Litigation practice with a highly regarded law firm in downtown San Diego. This position will support attorneys handling sophisticated intellectual property and complex commercial litigation matters in federal courts and administrative forums.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, format, proofread, and manage pleadings, motions, discovery, subpoenas, correspondence, and other litigation documents.
• Handle high-volume district court and federal e-filings, including filings completed without the assistance of a full-service e-filing vendor.
• Maintain attorney calendars and accurately track litigation deadlines across multiple active matters.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, vendors, and other external parties.
• Coordinate logistics and assist with preparation for hearings, mediations, arbitrations, trials, and case strategy meetings.
• Support complex and coordinated litigation matters, including JCCP matters when applicable.
• Assist with matters before the International Trade Commission (ITC) or develop knowledge of ITC procedures and filing requirements.
• Prepare and organize materials needed for hearings, trials, and other litigation proceedings.
• Collaborate closely with attorneys, paralegals, legal assistants, legal administrative staff to support the overall needs of the practice group.
• Assist with billable projects and substantive litigation support when appropriate.
• Provide flexibility around occasional late filing deadlines and trial-related needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of litigation legal assistant or litigation legal secretary experience within a law firm environment.
• Intellectual property litigation experience strongly preferred.
• Significant district court e-filing and federal litigation experience required.
• Ability to independently handle federal court filings and understand applicable filing procedures.
• Familiarity with JCCP or other coordinated/complex litigation matters preferred.
• ITC experience is a plus; candidates willing and able to learn ITC procedures will also be considered.
• Strong calendaring, deadline management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage a heavy litigation desk and prioritize multiple time-sensitive matters.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, responsive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative and team-oriented approach.
• Flexibility to work occasional late hours when necessary to meet filing deadlines or support trials.
• Ability to work in the downtown San Diego office at least three days per week.
• Interest in or experience supporting billable work is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated salary range is $85,000$100,000+ annually, depending on experience. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending and health savings account options; an Employee Assistance Program; wellness incentives; a 401(k) profit-sharing program; generous paid time off; performance-based bonus opportunities; and opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the practice group.

About the Firm

Our client is a highly regarded law firm known for its collaborative, service-oriented culture and commitment to professional excellence, diversity, and inclusion. The firm has received national recognition for its legal practices and its efforts to advance diverse professionals into leadership positions. Eastridge Workforce Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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