Litigation Paralegal

A well-respected San Francisco law firm is hiring experienced Legal Assistants to support high-stakes plaintiff-side class action and antitrust matters by owning document production, advanced formatting, and federal filings. You'll be embedded in active cases, partnering with attorneys and paralegals to keep fast-moving litigation on track and courtroom-ready. They are looking for detail-obsessed legal professionals who thrive under deadlines, take pride in precision, and want to grow inside a top-tier litigation firm.

Salary Range: $85,000 - $120,000 / Year DOE

Legal Assistant Responsibilities:

• Prepare, format, edit, and finalize legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and correspondence
• Apply advanced Microsoft Word formatting
• Create document shells and ensure filings meet court and firm standards
• Proofread for grammar, accuracy, citation consistency, and formatting compliance
• Handle e-filings, primarily in federal court
• Coordinate with attorneys and paralegals to meet tight deadlines across multiple cases
• Maintain and organize electronic and paper files in Net Documents and related systems
• Prepare binders and manage in-office printing and document production
• Provide administrative and case support with a strong focus on litigation workflows

Legal Assistant Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary, or Legal Word Processor
• Experience supporting complex class action litigation
• Advanced Word processing and heavy formatting expertise
• Federal e-filing experience preferred
• Experience with document management systems
• Strong grammar, proofreading, editing, and transcription skills
• Ability to work extended hours when litigation deadlines require it
• Plaintiff-side litigation experience preferred
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Experience working in fast-paced, large, or complex litigation practices preferred

Benefits:

• Discretionary year-end bonus typically
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• 15 days of vacation, 7 days paid sick leave, and generous paid holidays
• Clear growth path:
  Legal Assistant → Paralegal → Senior Paralegal → Case Manager
• Hybrid schedule after initial onboarding period
• Strong partner support, team-oriented culture, and meaningful work

This role is ideal for a seasoned legal assistant who thrives in complex litigation, doesn't flinch at deadlines, and wants to do meticulous work that directly supports landmark cases and trial teams. Apply now! #LI-RS1