Legal Assistant - Personal Injury / Defense Litigation

Job Description

Job Description

Now Hiring: Legal Assistant – Personal Injury / Defense Litigation

Location: Los Angeles, California

Work Arrangement: IN-OFFICE – Full-Time

Salary: $75,000+ per year

Experience Required: 3–5 Years

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join a law firm in Los Angeles, California. This is a 100% in-office position, ideal for a detail-oriented legal professional with 3–5 years of experience supporting attorneys in either plaintiff-side (PLF) or defense-side (DEF) litigation.

The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment. We are looking for someone who understands litigation procedures, can provide reliable support to attorneys, and takes pride in keeping cases organized and moving forward.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys throughout the litigation process.
  
• Draft, proofread, and format legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, and other case-related materials.
  
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule depositions, coordinate meetings, and track important deadlines.
  
• Assist with discovery, including preparing, organizing, and tracking discovery requests and responses.
  
• Maintain and organize electronic case files, ensuring documents are accurate and easily accessible.
  
• Coordinate communication with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and other legal professionals.
  
• Assist with court filings, e-filing, and docket management.
  
• Monitor case deadlines and follow up on outstanding tasks to keep matters progressing efficiently.
  
• Conduct legal research and assist with gathering information and documentation as needed.
  
• Provide general administrative support to attorneys and the legal team.
  

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience as a Legal Assistant or in a similar legal support role.
  
• Prior experience working in a plaintiff-side (PLF) or defense-side (DEF) law firm is required.
  
• Familiarity with litigation procedures, court filings, discovery, and case management.
  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  
• Ability to manage multiple cases and competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal case management software.
  
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and legal staff.
  
• Must be willing and able to work in the Los Angeles office five days a week.
  

Compensation & Work Environment

• Salary starting at $75,000+ per year, depending on experience and qualifications.
  
• Full-time, in-office position in Los Angeles, California.
  
• Opportunity to work closely with attorneys and contribute to the day-to-day success of a legal team.
  
• Professional, collaborative work environment.
  

How to Apply

If you have 3–5 years of legal support experience, a background in plaintiff-side or defense litigation, and are looking for your next opportunity in Los Angeles, we would love to hear from you!

Apply today to be considered for this opportunity.