We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Secretary to support attorneys in a Contract position based in San Diego, California. This opportunity is ideal for someone who is comfortable managing litigation support tasks, coordinating filings, and maintaining organized case records in a deadline-driven environment. The role calls for strong judgment, effective written communication, and the ability to work independently across a range of legal administrative and case-related responsibilities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare, revise, and finalize legal documents including pleadings, discovery materials, motions, and related correspondence for attorney review and filing.<br>• Coordinate electronic filing and service of court documents in state and federal courts, while ensuring compliance with applicable procedural requirements and deadlines.<br>• Maintain case calendars, monitor key dates, and assist with docket management to help attorneys stay ahead of hearings, filings, and other litigation milestones.<br>• Organize case files, exhibits, and supporting documentation to keep records accurate, accessible, and ready for use in active matters.<br>• Provide day-to-day administrative assistance to attorneys, including document handling, scheduling support, and general practice coordination.<br>• Support e-discovery and document review activities by tracking materials, organizing productions, and helping manage case-related information efficiently.<br>• Assist with trial and hearing preparation by assembling exhibits, compiling materials, and confirming that documentation is complete and properly formatted.<br>• Work independently to prioritize assignments in a fast-paced legal setting while maintaining a high level of accuracy and excellence.
<p>A well-established, full-service law firm in Downtown San Diego is seeking a <strong>litigation assistant. </strong>This desk will focus on business litigation - in both state and federal court.</p><p><br></p><p>This firm has an excellent reputation in the San Diego legal community, and the role will <strong>support 3 attorneys. </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><p>o e-filing in state and federal courts (using OneLegal)</p><p>o maintaining and updating 2-3 attorney calendars</p><p>o preparing exhibit and trial/hearing binders</p><p>o typing and preparing pleadings including proofreading</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Perks of Company</u></strong>:</p><p>· RHL has placed two legal assistants in the last year who are happy!</p><p>· Many employees have strong tenure and stick around </p><p>· Every other month or so, the firm sponsors lunches to celebrate milestones</p><p>· Fancy Christmas party at a steakhouse downtown </p><p>· Transportation allowance </p><p>· This role boasts a 7.5 hour work day!</p>
<p>A prestigious, long-standing San Diego law firm is seeking an experienced <strong>Litigation Assistant</strong> to support attorneys and paralegals within a busy litigation practice group. This will support a probate, trusts & estates litigation desk. but the attorneys will train on the practice area. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Draft, proofread, and revise pleadings, discovery responses, and general correspondence.</li><li>Manage State and Federal court filings (e-filing), manage service of process, and prepare exhibit binders for hearings/trials.</li><li>Manage complex litigation calendars, schedule depositions/client meetings, and handle new matter openings and conflict checks.</li><li>Conduct intake with<b> </b>clients, call court staff, and coordinate opposing counsel.</li></ul><p>Pay is contingent upon fluency in the litigation tasks above.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Perks of Firm</u></strong>:</p><ul><li>The firm is good at training. Mentorship comes from the supervising attorneys. </li><li>The partner and senior associate on this desk are fun! They don’t take themselves too seriously.</li><li>Beautiful office view, a gym onsite, and cool amenities. </li><li>Fun events throughout the year like golf tournaments, Padres game suite, fancy half-day holiday party. “This firm likes to party!” -HR </li><li>Tons of organic fruit delivered each Monday.</li></ul><p><br></p>