Litigation Legal Assistant

D3 Search is seeking a Trusts & Estates (T&E) Litigation Legal Assistant on behalf of a prominent CA-based full-service law practice with its headquartered office located in Sacramento, CA (95814). Important Note: 4+ yrs. relevant litigation experience/expertise (Trusts & Estates) is REQUIRED. Employment Status: Full-time/direct-hire employment. Non-exempt role (OT eligible in accordance w/ CA laws). Employer Work Model: A prominent Sacramento-based full-service law practice with offices throughout the state of CA is seeking a full-time T&E Litigation Legal Assistant (40 hours per week) in their downtown Sacramento, CA office to join their Trusts & Estates practice dept./group. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment while delivering high-quality work and exceptional client service. A hybrid arrangement option is available after 90 days with four (4) days in office/one (1) day remote. Maintain attorney calendars by scheduling court appearances, hearings, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, client meetings, conferences, travel, and other appointments while monitoring critical deadlines and filing requirements Prepare, revise, proofread, format, and finalize a wide range of legal documents, including litigation pleadings, motions, discovery, briefs, and correspondence with accuracy Prepare documents for state and federal court filings, discovery, arbitration, mediation, and hearings, including electronic filings Schedule couriers, court reporters, expert witnesses, and other litigation support services Coordinate the preparation of charts, graphs, exhibits, and other courtroom or presentation materials Complete and submit conflict check forms and new matter requests Maintain all client matter files and documents within iManage Represent attorneys by communicating and obtaining information, following up on delegated assignments, and exercising sound judgment regarding matters requiring attorney attention Coordinate communications with clients, courts, opposing counsel, vendors, experts, consultants, court reporters, and outside service providers Maintain professional relationships with clients while preserving the confidentiality of attorney-client communications Prepare expense reports, enter attorney time, and review and edit pre-bills Answer and screen telephone calls Send, receive, and manage attorney email and facsimile communications, as needed Read, sort, and distribute incoming mail; prepare and process outgoing mail in accordance with office procedures, coordinating special delivery services when necessary Photocopy, scan, assemble, and distribute documents and binders as required Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and administrative staff to ensure timely completion of projects and provide cross-coverage as needed 5+ of legal secretary experience supporting litigation attorneys, preferably within trusts and estates litigation, trust administration, and probate Knowledge of federal and state court filing procedures, including e-filing requirements Familiarity with AAA, JAMS, and other arbitration and mediation filing requirements Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) Typing speed of at least 50 WPM Solid drafting, proofreading, and formatting skills for complex legal documents Experience with document management systems, time entry, billing, and litigation support software Superior attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills Strong written and verbal communication skills with a client-focused demeanor Ability to manage multiple priorities, work effectively under pressure, and consistently meet deadlines Self-motivated with ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team Reliable attendance, flexibility, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment Starting annual salary is up to 95K~ DOE/DOQ. Employer offers a comprehensive & robust health benefits package, generous PTO, 401K, paid parking onsite, hybrid 4/1 work model, annual reviews & lucrative bonuses, etc. D3 Legal Search, LLC (aka D3 Search) and its clients are equal opportunity employers. Pursuant to local ordinances, we will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. #J-18808-Ljbffr