Job Title: Legal Assistant
Location: San Diego, CA 92130
This position may be worked remotely or hybrid/onsite from our San Diego office. Applicants must reside in Southern California, to assist with onsite trial preparations if needed.About the role:We are seeking a senior-level defense
Litigation Secretary with 8+ years of experience is needed to support busy litigation attorneys. Must be self-motivated, team oriented, have a high attention to detail and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Accuracy is a must.
Key Responsibilities:- Calendaring court dates from the initiation of a case through trial, depositions (with clients, court reporters, interpreters, videographers and other entities) and other case occurrences.
- Preparing draft court documents, specifically complaints, answers, discovery, briefs, motions, motions for summary judgment, correspondence and memos.
- Revising and finalizing documents and ensuring timely service, filing and delivery.
- Preparing for trials as needed
- Confirming calendar events
- Other special projects as assigned
Qualifications:- In-depth knowledge of California Civil Procedure and Court Rules, and meticulous management of attorney's calendar is required.
- 8+ years of experience as a legal assistant or litigation secretary
- Proficiency in a Windows environment
- Typing at least 70 wpm is preferred
- Outstanding communication skills and team player spirit
- Organizational skills and the ability to learn quickly
- Very dependable, reliable, trustworthy and motivated
- Strong integrity and professional demeanor
Compensation & Benefits:- Salary Range: $80K to $100K.
We also offer bonus opportunities and generous benefits, including health insurance, 401(k), and paid time off. If you are self-motivated, a team player, and take pride setting and achieving high level goals, we want to hear from you.
Apply Now!Take the next step in your legal career and join a team where your skills and ideas will be truly valued. Please apply directly or send your resume and application details to [email protected].
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