Litigation Legal Assistant Job at Eastridge, Irvine, CA

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  • Eastridge
  • Irvine, CA

Job Description

Litigation Legal Assistant

Global Law Firm – Irvine, CA

Salary: $90,000–$105,000

Work Schedule: Hybrid (Four work-from-home days per month)

Job Type: Full-time

Overview

We’re excited to partner with a full-service global law firm headquartered in Irvine in their search for an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to join their growing team. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to high-stakes legal work in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

As a Litigation Legal Assistant, you will play a critical role in supporting multiple litigation attorneys by managing complex administrative and case-related tasks. You will ensure the seamless handling of legal matters—from document management to court coordination—all while exercising the utmost discretion and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

  • Draft, proofread, and edit legal documents including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, and discovery requests/responses.
  • Prepare trial materials such as exhibit lists, witness lists, and trial binders.
  • Electronically and manually file legal documents with state and federal courts, adhering strictly to court rules and deadlines.
  • Manage attorneys’ litigation calendars including hearings, depositions, and key filing deadlines.
  • Calculate and track court dates to ensure timely filings and task completion.
  • Organize discovery materials, coordinate document production, and support interrogatory responses.
  • Perform basic legal research and gather case-relevant information from internal and external sources.
  • Uphold confidentiality of sensitive legal and client information at all times.

Qualifications

Education

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Experience

  • 5+ years of litigation or transactional legal support experience.
  • Background supporting multiple attorneys in a mid-sized or large law firm highly preferred.

Technical Skills

  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
  • Experience using legal document management systems (e.g., iManage).
  • Solid understanding of legal terminology, procedures, and litigation workflows.

Work Environment & Perks

  • Hybrid work model: Four remote workdays per month
  • Professional, high-performing team culture
  • Occasional overtime may be required

Compensation & Benefits

  • Base Salary: $90,000–$105,000
  • 401(k) with 7% company match
  • Profit-sharing opportunities
  • Full health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
  • Paid time off, holidays, and more

Apply Today

If you're a proactive legal professional with a passion for litigation support, we want to hear from you. Please submit your resume to be considered.

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Job Tags

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