Legal Assistant

A nationally recognized law firm is seeking a seasoned Senior Litigation Legal Assistant to support attorneys handling complex commercial and high-stakes litigation matters. This role is ideal for a candidate with Am Law 100/200 or large firm experience who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

• Support multiple attorneys in complex federal and state court litigation matters.
• Draft, revise, and format pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and correspondence in compliance with court rules.
• Manage e‑filings in federal and California state courts (CM/ECF required).
• Maintain litigation calendars and monitor deadlines, hearings, depositions, and trial dates.
• Assist with discovery, document production, and trial preparation (exhibits, binders, filings).
• Prepare and edit client billing using legal billing platforms (3E, InTapp, or similar).
• Coordinate travel and expense reporting.
• Communicate professionally with courts, clients, and opposing counsel.

• 7+ years of litigation legal assistant experience in a large law firm or Am Law 100/200 environment.
• Strong federal and California state court e‑filing experience.
• Advanced Microsoft Word skills (TOC, TOA, cross‑referencing, track changes, styles).
• Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat and document management systems.
• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures, court rules, and deadlines.
• Highly organized with excellent proofreading and communication skills.