Legal Assistant
- San Jose, CA, United States
$94,000 to $112,000 USD / year
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Job details
- Pay
- $94,000 to $112,000 USD / year
- Apply by
- Experience
- 5+ years of California civil litigation experience
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
We are a collaborative civil litigation firm in downtown San Jose looking for an experienced Litigation Specialist to join our team. We are seeking someone who is organized, proactive, and confident supporting attorneys with the day-to-day demands of active litigation. If you enjoy being a key part of a busy legal team and take pride in keeping cases moving forward, we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Handle state and federal court filings, including TrueFiling, OneLegal, and CM/ECF
- Format legal documents and prepare TOC/TOA for motions, memoranda, and briefs
- Manage calendars, deadlines, and communications with attorneys and clients
- Assist with discovery, document production, Bates stamping, and file organization
- Help prepare pleadings, notices, stipulations, proposed orders, and exhibits
- Support deposition and trial preparation, including binders, exhibits, and logistics
Qualifications
- 5+ years of California civil litigation experience
- Strong knowledge of California civil procedure, court rules, and local rules
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and Adobe Acrobat Pro
- NetDocuments experience is a plus
- Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to stay organized under pressure
Location
- This is an on-site role based in our San Jose office