Legal Assistant - Plaintiff-Side Class Action

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour Why This Is a Great Opportunity Join a powerhouse plaintiff-side firm known for high-impact wage-and-hour and class action victories Work closely with talented litigators on complex, high-visibility cases against regional, national, and Fortune 500 companies Build strong litigation skills in federal and state court practice, calendaring, filings, and case management Great growth path for motivated legal assistants who want to move up within class action, employment, or consumer law Competitive hourly pay, full benefits, and a supportive team that values professionalism, reliability, and initiative Location: On-site in Glendale, CA. Youll be based in a busy, centrally located office thats easily commutable from Glendale, Burbank, Pasadena, Los Angeles, and nearby communities. Note: This role requires full-time, on-site work in Glendale plus at least 1 year of experience in a law firm or legal support role, with strong calendaring, organizational, and written communication skills. About Our Client Our client is a growing plaintiff-side law firm with a robust class action and complex litigation practice in both state and federal courts. They focus on representing employees and consumers in wage-and-hour, unfair business practices, discrimination, and false advertising matters. The firm is known for its high-volume caseload, strong track record of results, and commitment to protecting workers and everyday consumers against large corporations. Job Description Support attorneys handling wage-and-hour, employment, and consumer class and representative actions in state and federal courts Draft, format, and file motions, pleadings, and other legal documents in accordance with court rules and procedures Maintain and organize physical and electronic case files, including evidence, exhibits, depositions, and correspondence Input, update, and track all legal deadlines, court dates, depositions, hearings, and client meetings in the firms calendaring system Calculate and double-check using applicable rules and statutes to ensure accuracy and complianceCoordinate schedules, resolve conflicts, and manage adjustments for attorneys, clients, and witnesses Conduct client and witness interviews and prepare concise summaries of their statements Enter and cross-reference documents in the case management or database system for easy retrieval Assist attorneys with special projects and trial preparation as needed Qualifications Minimum 1 year of experience as a legal assistant, legal secretary, or similar law firm support role Litigation experience strongly preferred; exposure to employment law, wage-and-hour, or class actions is a plus Solid understanding of legal terminology, court procedures, and basic research methods Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail and grammar Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment Strong organizational and time management skills with a track record of meeting deadlines Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise good judgement and discretion Proficiency with Microsoft Office and comfort working in electronic case management systems Bachelors degree or paralegal studies background preferred but not required Why Youll Love Working Here Youll gain hands‑on experience in high-impact plaintiff-side litigation and class actions early in your legal career Youll collaborate with a passionate team that values mentorship, professional development, and doing right by clients Youll enjoy competitive pay, full benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401(k)), and a stable, growth‑oriented environment where strong performers can advance JPC-488 Job Type: Full-time Benefits: Dental insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance #J-18808-Ljbffr