LEGAL ASSISTANT

Litigation Legal Assistant - El Segundo, CA

We are actively recruiting an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant with a minimum of five years in civil litigation and trial practice to become an integral part of a dynamic team. The firm provides support in a friendly, team-oriented environment that allows for immediate responsibility and growth potential. Come join the team and you will have the opportunity to work with a dynamic and talented group of professionals!

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive support to attorneys across all aspects of case management.
• Collaborate with attorneys in the preparation, proofreading, revision, and finalization of legal documents.
• Conduct E-Filing in state, federal, and appellate courts.
• Manage confidential information, files, records, legal documents, and reports.
• Perform intake and conflicts checks, process time entries, and handle client billing.
• Maintain attorneys' calendars, coordinate travel, schedule appointments, meetings, and conferences.
• Undertake additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in civil litigation law; California-specific experience is preferred.
• Positive attitude, proactive mindset, flexibility, and a strong team player.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Adobe Professional.
• Expertise in electronic document management systems, with a deep understanding of local rules and procedures for filing in California and Federal courts, as well as e-filing and calendaring.
• Strong organizational, communication, and client service skills.
• Excellent writing and proofreading abilities with keen attention to detail.
• Capability to prioritize tasks based on urgency, multitask, and thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Willingness to work overtime when required.
• Experience with iManage and Compulaw is a plus.

Why you should apply:

• Supportive team-based law firm, with excellent support staff
• Opportunities to grow personally and professionally
• Opportunities to work on complex cases with significant responsibilities and client interaction
• Open, honest, and transparent communication within the firm
• Merit-based compensation and top tier benefits

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.