Litigation Assistant

A leading San Francisco law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Assistant/Secretary with strong employment law litigation experience to support a busy team of attorneys in a fast-paced, sophisticated practice. The ideal candidate will have exceptional organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative and litigation support to attorneys handling employment litigation matters in state and federal courts
• Prepare, revise, proofread, and format pleadings, motions, discovery, correspondence, and other legal documents
• Manage court filings, including e-filing in California state and federal courts, and monitor deadlines and litigation calendars
• Coordinate attorney schedules, meetings, depositions, mediations, and trial preparation activities
• Maintain case files, organize exhibits, and assist with document management and discovery processes
• Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, opposing counsel, and vendors

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of litigation secretary experience, with substantial employment law litigation experience required
• Strong knowledge of California and federal court rules, procedures, and e-filing systems
• Excellent proofreading, organizational, and multitasking skills with strong attention to detail
• Professional communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented approach