Civil Litigation Legal Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Are you seeking a collaborative environment where legal assistants are valued members of the practice?!

Are you detail oriented and strive in a fast paced environment?

If so, this could be the place for you!

Our client is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to join our Sacramento office. This is an opportunity to become an integral member of a close-knit team handling California litigation matters for mission-driven clients.

We are looking for someone who knows how to keep a busy litigation practice moving—managing court filings and deadlines, preparing and proofreading legal documents, maintaining case files, and anticipating what attorneys need next. If you have experience supporting California litigation and enjoy being a trusted member of a collaborative team, we would like to hear from you.

The position is based in the Sacramento office, with the option to work remotely one day per week after the introductory period.

For immediate consideration, please email me your resume today! -Ashley

What You’ll Do:

• Document Preparation: Draft, format, proofread, and edit pleadings, written discovery, motions, briefs, correspondence, memoranda, and other legal documents; prepare document comparisons as needed.
• Court Filings: Prepare and file documents in California state and federal courts and administrative proceedings using applicable electronic filing systems, including CM/ECF.
• Case & Deadline Management: Maintain litigation calendars and track court dates, filing deadlines, hearings, depositions, meetings, and other case-related deadlines.
• Litigation Support: Prepare exhibits, deposition materials, hearing and trial binders, and other case materials.
• Document Management: Maintain organized electronic case files, correspondence, and other matter materials in iManage.
• Communication & Coordination: Communicate with clients, court personnel, opposing counsel, vendors, and others in support of case activities.
• Attorney Support: Manage calendars, scheduling, and travel; provide limited assistance with billing and time entry; and provide day-to-day administrative support to attorneys.

What We’re Looking For:

• At least three years of experience supporting attorneys handling California litigation matters.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent relevant experience will be considered.
• Working knowledge of California civil litigation procedures, court rules, filing requirements, and deadlines.
• Strong proofreading, organizational, and communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple matters and competing deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Experience with legal document management systems; iManage experience is a plus.

Capital Staffing Solutions, Inc. is a staffing agency that has been matching qualified candidates with businesses looking to fill positions since 2000. Headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, the company works with clients across all 50 states and offers a range of placement options for both employers and job seekers. Its recruiting approach is adjusted to fit each client, with an emphasis on finding the right fit and building long-term relationships with the companies it serves.