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Legal Practice Assistant

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About the job Our client, a leading Am Law firm with a highly regarded global litigation practice, is seeking an experienced Legal Practice Assistant (Litigation) to support attorneys and paralegals in its San Francisco office. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned litigation support professional to join a sophisticated team and take on a broad range of responsibilities across litigation administration, court filings, trial preparation, calendaring, and client support. Key Responsibilities: Provide high-level administrative and litigation support to attorneys and paralegals. Independently prepare, file, and serve documents across State, Federal, and Appellate courts. Manage ECF/e-filing, court rules, deadlines, and calendaring requirements. Support trial preparation and logistics, including motions in limine, jury instructions, and related materials. Prepare and manage litigation documents using Adobe Acrobat, Best Authority, iManage, and other legal technology. Coordinate with courts, process servers, messengers, vendors, and clients. Assist with billing, timekeeping, invoices, and client-related administrative needs. Key Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent relevant experience. 5+ years of experience supporting litigation attorneys and/or paralegals. Litigation experience required. Proven experience independently handling State and Federal e-filing and familiarity with court rules. Strong knowledge of litigation procedures and trial preparation. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat; experience with legal technology platforms strongly preferred. Highly organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Vacancy posted 1 day ago
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