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Litigation Legal Assistant
<p><strong>Are you an expert in litigation support? Grow your career in a boutique litigation environment with big-firm pedigree as a Litigation Legal Assistant.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>You know how to keep cases moving, juggle deadlines, and support attorneys who thrive in high-stakes litigation. Now’s your chance to join a San Diego–based boutique firm founded by former Big Law attorneys, where you’ll get the best of both worlds: AmLaw expertise with the agility and personal attention of a smaller practice.</p><p><br></p><p>At this firm, you’ll work side-by-side with award-winning attorneys, contribute to complex cases, and see firsthand how your organization and drive shape successful outcomes.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><p>You’ll play a central role in keeping cases running smoothly by:</p><ul><li>Handling state and federal e-filing from start to finish</li><li>Owning the litigation calendar and tracking court deadlines with precision</li><li>Building trial binders, preparing TOAs/TOCs, and managing exhibits</li><li>Supporting a 2:1 desk, working closely with a partner and associate</li><li>Drafting shells and assisting with document prep</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Why You’ll Love It Here</strong></p><ul><li>Hybrid schedule: 3 days in office, 2 remote (after training)</li><li>Direct access to partners and meaningful case involvement</li><li>A firm culture that values collaboration, growth, and practical results</li><li>Full suite of benefits - competitive compensation - bonus eligibility</li></ul>
<ul><li>5+ years of experience supporting litigation attorneys in a law firm setting</li><li>Comfortable with state and federal e-filing and court rules</li><li>Experience with TOAs/TOCs, trial prep, and supporting multiple attorneys</li><li>Strong organizational skills for managing deadlines, documents, and case files</li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft Office and common legal software/tools</li><li>Excellent communication and teamwork skills</li><li>Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment</li></ul>
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  • San Diego, CA
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 80000.00 - 110000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Are you an expert in litigation support? Grow your career in a boutique litigation environment with big-firm pedigree as a Litigation Legal Assistant.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>You know how to keep cases moving, juggle deadlines, and support attorneys who thrive in high-stakes litigation. Now’s your chance to join a San Diego–based boutique firm founded by former Big Law attorneys, where you’ll get the best of both worlds: AmLaw expertise with the agility and personal attention of a smaller practice.</p><p><br></p><p>At this firm, you’ll work side-by-side with award-winning attorneys, contribute to complex cases, and see firsthand how your organization and drive shape successful outcomes.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><p>You’ll play a central role in keeping cases running smoothly by:</p><ul><li>Handling state and federal e-filing from start to finish</li><li>Owning the litigation calendar and tracking court deadlines with precision</li><li>Building trial binders, preparing TOAs/TOCs, and managing exhibits</li><li>Supporting a 2:1 desk, working closely with a partner and associate</li><li>Drafting shells and assisting with document prep</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Why You’ll Love It Here</strong></p><ul><li>Hybrid schedule: 3 days in office, 2 remote (after training)</li><li>Direct access to partners and meaningful case involvement</li><li>A firm culture that values collaboration, growth, and practical results</li><li>Full suite of benefits - competitive compensation - bonus eligibility</li></ul>
  • 2025-09-30T18:59:27Z

Litigation Legal Assistant Job in San Diego | Robert Half