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Litigation Legal Assistant - Hybrid - Up to $115k

$115k

Robert Half

Litigation Legal Assistant – HYBRID in Costa Mesa - 4 days on site, 1 day remote

Robert Half Legal is partnering with a highly regarded, commercial and employment litigation law firm to identify a Litigation Legal Assistant.

This opportunity is best suited for a Litigation Legal Assistant with strong civil litigation experience who can independently manage filings, deadlines, and procedural requirements across multiple jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide high-level litigation support to attorneys across complex civil matters
  • Draft, format, proofread, and finalize pleadings, motions, discovery, affidavits, complaints, and legal memoranda
  • Handle state and federal court filings
  • Manage litigation calendars, court deadlines, and procedural timelines using firm software
  • Identify and submit documents for docketing and ensure compliance with all court requirements
  • Assist attorneys with reviewing, organizing, and summarizing case materials and correspondence
  • Support arbitration and trial preparation, including document organization and logistics
  • Maintain accurate time records for billable tasks

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of litigation experience with strong exposure to federal court procedures
  • Demonstrated experience handling filings and deadlines in federal court
  • Ability to quickly learn and apply rules in new federal districts outside of California
  • Strong understanding of court rules, local rules, and procedural compliance
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Adobe, PowerPoint) and document management systems (NetDocuments preferred)
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Willingness to work extended hours during peak litigation or trial periods

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid time off, including vacation and sick time

Compensation

Salary range: $90,000–$115,000, plus performance-based holiday bonus.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Email your resume to Assistant Vice President, McKinley Horwitz at McKinley.Horwitz < at > RobertHalf < dot > com with the subject line: "Costa Mesa Litigation Assistant"

Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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