Litigation Legal Assistant

Pay: $35.00 - $45.00 per hour Why This Is a Great Opportunity Join a growing, forward-thinking law firm handling sophisticated business and commercial litigation matters Work alongside experienced attorneys across commercial, employment, real estate, intellectual property, and trust and estate litigation Become a valued member of a collaborative team where your expertise, initiative, and attention to detail make a real impact Gain exposure to diverse, challenging cases while strengthening your litigation support skills Enjoy a supportive, people-first culture that embraces professional development, innovation, and long-term career growth Receive a comprehensive benefits package, flexible paid time off, 401(k), wellness programs, and eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus Enjoy overtime eligibility in a full-time position Location: Irvine, CA (Orange County) — Full-time, on-site opportunity in a professional, collaborative office environment. Note: Candidates must have 2+ years of litigation legal assistant experience in a law firm, preferably supporting commercial/business, employment, real estate, intellectual property, or estate/trust litigation. Candidates whose experience is limited to personal injury, family law, or immigration will not be considered. About Us We are a growing, full-service business law firm that combines sophisticated legal work with a collaborative, people-first culture. Our attorneys and legal professionals work together to deliver exceptional client service while embracing innovation, modern technology, and continuous improvement. We believe talented professionals deserve meaningful work, supportive colleagues, and opportunities to build lasting careers. Confidential Employer. Job Description Provide essential litigation support to attorneys and paralegals handling a variety of sophisticated civil and commercial matters Prepare, proofread, format, and finalize pleadings, correspondence, and court documents Handle electronic filing in state and federal courts using CM/ECF and applicable state filing portals Manage attorney calendars, court dates, discovery deadlines, motion deadlines, and trial schedules Coordinate depositions, mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and other litigation proceedings Organize case files, exhibits, court filings, and supporting legal documentation Prepare trial notebooks, hearing binders, exhibits, witness materials, and other trial preparation documents Coordinate with court reporters, vendors, clients, and other litigation professionals Assist attorneys with document preparation, including handwritten drafts and dictated notes when needed Maintain organized electronic case files using document management systems Monitor deadlines and proactively communicate upcoming priorities to attorneys Accurately record billable and non-billable time daily Qualifications 2+ years of litigation legal assistant experience in a law firm Experience supporting business/commercial, employment, real estate, intellectual property, or estate/trust litigation Hands-on experience with state and federal court e-filing systems Strong docketing, calendaring, and litigation deadline management skills Experience preparing pleadings, court filings, and litigation correspondence Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook Ability to support multiple attorneys and paralegals with different working styles Excellent proofreading, organization, communication, and multitasking skills Comfortable learning new legal technology, software, and AI-assisted tools Experience with NetDocs or similar document management systems preferred Ability to independently prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced legal environment Why You Will Love Working Here You’ll join a team that values your contributions and recognizes the important role legal professionals play in successful litigation. Our environment offers interesting work, collaborative colleagues, modern resources, and meaningful opportunities to grow. If you're organized, adaptable, and passionate about supporting exceptional legal work, we'd love to hear from you. JPC-2489 Benefits: Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance #J-18808-Ljbffr