Legal Assistant

We are looking for an experienced Legal Assistant to support a busy civil litigation practice in California. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a highly organized individual who can manage litigation support tasks with accuracy, urgency, and sound judgment in a fast-moving environment. The role offers the chance to work closely with attorneys on active matters while helping keep filings, deadlines, and case materials on track from start to finish.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee litigation calendars by monitoring court dates, filing deadlines, and key case milestones to help matters progress smoothly.
• Draft, revise, and finalize pleadings, letters, and other legal materials with careful attention to formatting, grammar, and accuracy.
• Submit court documents through California state e-filing systems and confirm that all filings are completed correctly and on time.
• Maintain organized case records and document repositories so attorneys and staff can quickly access essential information.
• Provide day-to-day administrative and litigation support to attorneys handling civil disputes and related case activity.
• Coordinate filings, task tracking, and deadline management across matters from initial intake through resolution.
• Partner effectively with attorneys and support team members to keep case-related work moving efficiently in a remote setting.
• Review documents before submission to ensure compliance with court rules and internal quality standards.
• At least 5 years of experience in a litigation legal assistant role.
• Demonstrated background supporting civil litigation matters in an active legal practice.
• Working knowledge of California civil procedure and applicable court filing requirements.
• Practical experience handling California state court e-filing and court submissions.
• Strong skills in proofreading, calendar management, and organizing legal documents.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet time-sensitive deadlines.
• Clear communication style, receptiveness to feedback, and a consistent focus on detail and accuracy.
• Experience with tools such as Clio, NetDocuments, or Adobe Acrobat Pro is preferred, and federal court filing exposure is a plus.