Civil Litigation Legal Assistant (temp-to-hire)

Trueline•Los Angeles, CA

40d•Onsite

About The Position

A nationally recognized litigation firm with a strong Los Angeles presence, is seeking a Legal Assistant to join their fast-growing Warranty Litigation team. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity for a seasoned legal support professional ready to take ownership in a new and rapidly expanding practice area handling high-volume, high-quality litigation. 2 YEARS OF CIVIL LITIGATION EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED!

Requirements

At least 3 years of legal assistant experience in civil litigation
Familiarity with California court rules and electronic filing systems
Solid knowledge of civil procedure, especially pleadings and motions practice
Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and multitasking skills
Tech-savvy with strong proficiency in MS Office and court filing platforms
A self-starter who thrives in a collaborative environment and can work independently
In-office availability in Los Angeles

Nice To Haves

Experience with warranty litigation or consumer product law
Prior experience anchoring a new or growing legal team
Experience supporting high-volume litigation dockets

Responsibilities

Support multiple attorneys with litigation-heavy administrative needs in a fast-paced environment
Draft, proofread, and finalize pleadings, motions, and correspondence
File and serve legal documents in California State and Federal courts
Maintain detailed and deadline-driven attorney calendars, including scheduling court appearances and depositions
Assist in trial prep, including organizing exhibits and coordinating logistics
Process expense reports, check requests, and invoices
Enter attorney time and maintain accurate records in the firm’s billing system
Coordinate travel and manage logistics for attorneys and witnesses
Answer phones, manage files (physical and digital), and perform general office duties

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