Legal Assistant-Trial Support

Shegerian & Associates • Los Angeles, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Shegerian & Associates is hiring a Legal Assistant focused on trial support at a leading litigation firm. The role supports attorneys throughout trial by coordinating preparation, courtroom logistics, trial materials, and technology. The Legal Assistant operates and troubleshoots trial equipment, presents electronic exhibits and video depositions, prepares binders and demonstratives, coordinates with witnesses and experts, and handles pleadings during trial. The position requires composure under pressure, attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to work long hours and weekends when trial demands require it. This is a full-time, on-site role with standard hours Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; overtime is required when necessary to meet litigation deadlines, trial schedules, and case demands.

Requirements

• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong multitasking abilities and meticulous follow-up.
• Professionalism and a clear commitment to excellence.
• Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure.
• Ability to work long hours and weekends when trial requires it.
• Ability to lift and carry 30 to 80 pounds of binders and equipment.
• Courtroom or litigation support experience.
• Clear communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent legal or technical experience.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Trial Director, Sanction, or Exhibit View.

Responsibilities

• Organize trial exhibits, documents, and courtroom logistics.
• Operate and troubleshoot trial technology, including computers, monitors, projectors, and audiovisual equipment.
• Present video depositions, electronic exhibits, and multimedia during proceedings.
• Prepare exhibit binders, demonstratives, and visual aids for attorneys.
• Coordinate with witnesses and experts to ensure trial technology is ready.
• File and serve pleadings during trial.
• Resolve problems in real time in the courtroom.
• Track and manage trial tools and materials from intake through verdict.

Benefits

• Firm pays 100% of premiums for dental and vision insurance.
• Firm pays 100% of premiums for all Silver-level medical plans.
• Firm contributes approximately 10% toward retirement: 3% Safe Harbor and 7% profit sharing.
• $500 annual FSA contribution.
• Accrual of 80 hours of PTO, with an additional 40 hours on the third anniversary.
• 48 hours of sick pay.
• Paid birthday off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time