Litigation Legal Assistant

Our client, a well-established plaintiff-side labor and employment law firm, is seeking a Legal Assistant to join its collaborative team. This position offers the opportunity to support attorneys representing labor unions and employees in a variety of workplace, public sector, and labor-related matters.

The ideal candidate is eager to take on substantive legal work while also assisting with the day-to-day support responsibilities that help keep matters moving efficiently. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity with conversion based on performance, fit, and business needs.

The candidate will be expected to report on-site in Emeryville for the first 90 days, and then transition to a hybrid schedule.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys handling labor and employment disputes, grievance matters, administrative proceedings, and civil litigation
• Draft correspondence, pleadings, discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, and other legal documents
• Conduct legal, factual, and public records research
• Assist with document collection, review, organization, and production
• Prepare exhibits, hearing binders, arbitration materials, and case files
• Track deadlines and maintain case calendars
• Coordinate filings with courts, administrative agencies, and related entities
• Communicate with clients, union representatives, opposing counsel, and third parties regarding case-related matters
• Assist with witness interviews, case preparation, and hearing or trial support
• Provide administrative and secretarial support as needed, including scheduling, document formatting, expense processing, and file management

Qualifications

• Experience as a Legal Assistant, Litigation Assistant, or Paralegal preferred
• Interest in labor and employment law, union-side representation, or public-interest-focused legal work
• Experience with legal drafting, discovery, and case management preferred
• Strong legal research, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal document management systems
• ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate is a plus but not required

This role is ideal for a legal professional looking to gain meaningful hands-on experience with litigation, labor relations, employment matters, and union representation while joining a team known for its collaborative and mission-driven culture.