Legal Assistant - Litigation - Burlingame, CA

Harrison LLP, a national private wealth planning law firm, is seeking a highly motivated and organized Litigation Legal Assistant to join its Burlingame, CA office. The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast‑paced legal environment and possess excellent communication and organizational skills.

The Litigation Legal Assistant’s responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Assist attorneys throughout all phases of litigation, including drafting pleadings, discovery, and motions.
• Prepare and file court documents, including e‑filings and subpoenas.
• Manage and maintain case files, document databases, and cloud‑based systems.
• Coordinate and schedule depositions, hearings, trials, and team meetings.
• Support client intake, initial meeting setup, engagement letters, and conflict checks.
• Handle correspondence, process mail, and prepare light communications.
• Assist with trial preparation, including binder creation, exhibit organization, and reviewing tentative rulings and minute orders.
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Open and close case files; assist with document gathering and service.
• Support billing and expense reimbursement processes.
• Save and organize emails and documents in firm systems.
• Conduct basic legal research and document review.
• Perform other administrative and legal support tasks as assigned.

• 1+ years of experience as a legal assistant in a law firm.
• High school diploma or General Educational Development credential (GED).
• Ability to initially work in the office five days/week. Once fully trained, ability to work 4 days/week in the office (and can work 1 day remotely).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal software platforms (e.g., Salesforce, document management systems).

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Litigation
  
  Experience:
  
  Prior experience supporting attorneys in litigation matters, including trial preparation, e‑filing, and managing discovery.
• Trusts & Estates Exposure:
  Familiarity with Trusts and Estates cases, including document preparation and client coordination.
• Exceptional Organizational
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to manage multiple deadlines, maintain meticulous records, and support complex case workflows.
• Professional Communication:
  Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clients, counsel, and court personnel.
• Proactive Mindset: A self‑starter who takes initiative, anticipates needs, and thrives in a fast‑paced legal environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent attention to detail.

$55,000‑$65,000 annually. This role will also be eligible for an annual discretionary variable incentive bonus. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors including but not limited to experience and training, and other job‑related factors permitted by law.

Harrison LLP offers a comprehensive benefits package including personal time off, firm paid holidays, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).

Harrison LLP is an equal opportunity employer and will make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status or other protected status, in accordance with federal, state and local laws.

Harrison LLP will not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies for this role. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Harrison LLP, and the Firm will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.