Job Description

Litigation Legal Assistant
Career Consulting Partners has partnered with an established firm with offices in five major commercial centers across the state of California. For over 70 years, they have kept pace with California's growth, and with more than 100 attorneys, they have the resources and experience to offer the highest quality representation in a wide variety of legal matters. We are seeking a motivated and experienced Litigation Legal Assistant with a minimum of 3 years of experience to support our busy litigation team.
This position supports a heavy litigation desk and is ideal for a candidate with extensive experience in federal, state, and appellate court procedures, including e-filing, trial preparation, and in-trial support. This role requires someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment, has superior organizational and communication skills, and demonstrates strong initiative and attention to detail. The successful candidate will be a team-oriented professional who can manage complex litigation matters and support attorneys throughout the entire life cycle of a case, from intake through post-trial.
REQUIREMENTS:

• Perform a wide range of litigation support tasks, including preparing and e-filing documents in state, federal, and appellate courts
• Assist attorneys with all phases of trial preparation, including exhibit binders, witness coordination, and courtroom logistics
• Draft and prepare tables of contents and authorities, discovery shells, legal correspondence, pleadings, and motions
• Maintain case calendars, monitor and ensure compliance with deadlines, and coordinate depositions, court appearances, and other legal proceedings
• Manage and organize legal documents using document management systems such as iManage or similar platforms
• Familiarity with CompuLaw, Best Authority, Adobe Pro, CCC Macros is a plus
• Accurately proofread, edit, redline, and format documents with a high degree of precision
• Maintain communication with clients, court personnel, vendors, and opposing counsel as needed
• Provide high-level administrative support to attorneys while remaining flexible to assist team members across departments as required

BENEFITS & COMPENSATION:

• $80,000 - $95,000 base salary
• 401(k) plan with annual employer contribution; employee deferral
• Medical (HMO/PPO options), dental, and vision coverage
• Dependent coverage and domestic partner coverage are available
• Group and supplemental life insurance options are available
• Long-term disability and long-term care insurance options are available
• Employee well-being initiatives, including EAP professional counseling and referral services
• Competitive vacation and sick leave; paid firm holidays
• Monthly travel and/or parking allowance offered
• Events for holidays, birthday commemorations, special staff acknowledgments, and annual events
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)/Plans - Sections 125 and 132 plans available
• On-boarding and in-house training programs, continuing learning, and professional growth and development opportunities

LOCATION:

• Costa Mesa, CA
• Hybrid (eligible to work from home one day a week after probation period)

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Founder and CEO, Edgar M. Rodriguez, is a California Native who created Career Consulting Partners to revolutionize the Mortgage/Finance and Legal staffing industry. He recognized that many businesses and individuals struggle to find the right recruiting firm to partner with.
At Career Consulting Partners, we want to change that. We have gained a thorough understanding of various industries, including their trends, challenges, and opportunities, by concentrating on specific sectors. Therefore, if you are searching for a partner who specializes in and comprehends your business or the demands for your next career move, you need look no further than our firm.

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