Litigation Legal Assistant

Trusts & Estates Litigation Legal AssistantA respected San Diego law firm specializing in trust, estate, probate, and related civil litigation is seeking a Trusts & Estates Litigation Legal Assistant to join its Trust & Estate department. This role offers hands-on involvement in complex, high-stakes probate litigation, working directly with attorneys navigating contested matters through the San Diego Superior Court. The firm is known for a close, high-performing team culture built on strong relationships, humor, and mutual respect.ResponsibilitiesManage complex litigation and probate calendars, tracking court hearings, filing deadlines, and discovery deadlinesPrepare, format, and file pleadings, probate petitions, discovery documents, and Judicial Council forms in California state and probate courtsCoordinate depositions, mediations, client meetings, and attorney conferences, including scheduling vendors and conference roomsMonitor probate notes and tentative rulings, ensuring supplemental filings and hearing requirements are addressed on timeDraft client correspondence, engagement letters, and case communications while supporting new matter intake and case file organizationQualificationsRequired4-6 years of experience as a Legal Assistant with civil litigation experience, preferably in Trusts & Estates litigation and probate mattersProficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel, DocuSign, document management systems, and electronic filing systemsProven ability to manage multiple matters and competing deadlines while handling confidential information with discretionPreferredPrior experience with San Diego Superior Court Probate Division proceduresFamiliarity with the California Probate Code and California Rules of CourtWhy Join UsJoin a close-knit team known for its camaraderie and work-hard, play-hard cultureWork directly alongside three attorneys, including a partner, with hands-on exposure to complex trust, estate, and probate litigationTake ownership of meaningful, high-level casework in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environmentCompetitive salary and full benefits packageBenefitsMedical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsurancePaid Time OffDisclaimer: The compensation and benefits information in this posting represent a good faith and reasonable estimate of what it might pay for this position. This information may be modified at any time, subject to applicable law.Equal Opportunity Employer:Eastridge Workforce Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity, and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Eastridge Workforce Solutions also prohibits harassment or retaliation of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is our policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.Massachusetts Candidates:It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.Privacy:Information collected and processed as part of your candidate profile, job application, resume, and/or other information you choose to submit is subject to Eastridge's Privacy Policy: as well as Eastridge's Pre-Use Notice of Collection and Automated Decision-Making Technologies: applying for this position, you consent to being contacted by Eastridge Workforce Solutions and its agents or authorized service providers regarding employment opportunities, assignments, and the recruiting process. Communications may be by phone call, AI-assisted or AI-generated phone call (where permitted by law), automated text message (SMS), or email.The purposes for these communications may include, but are not limited to, confirming your interest in available opportunities, scheduling interviews, conducting initial screening conversations, and collecting information relevant to your application.Message frequency may vary. Standard message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier. You may opt out of receiving text messages at any time by replying "STOP" to any SMS message. For additional information regarding our text messaging practices, please review our SMS Terms and Conditions at: You may opt out of receiving e-mail by clicking the "Unsubscribe" button.