Legal Assistant – Personal Injury / Defense Litigation
About The Position
We are seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support attorneys at a law firm in Los Angeles, California. This is a full-time, 100% in-office position for a detail-oriented legal professional with 3–5 years of experience supporting attorneys in plaintiff-side or defense-side litigation. The role involves providing legal and administrative support, helping manage cases and deadlines, and keeping matters organized and moving forward in a fast-paced environment. The position offers a salary starting at $75,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications. The Legal Assistant will work closely with attorneys and contribute to the day-to-day success of a professional, collaborative legal team.
Requirements
- 3–5 years of experience as a Legal Assistant or in a similar legal support role.
- Prior experience working in a plaintiff-side (PLF) or defense-side (DEF) law firm.
- Familiarity with litigation procedures, court filings, discovery, and case management.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple cases and competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal case management software.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and legal staff.
- Must be willing and able to work in the Los Angeles office five days a week.
Responsibilities
- Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys throughout the litigation process.
- Draft, proofread, and format legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, and other case-related materials.
- Manage attorney calendars, schedule depositions, coordinate meetings, and track important deadlines.
- Assist with discovery, including preparing, organizing, and tracking discovery requests and responses.
- Maintain and organize electronic case files, ensuring documents are accurate and easily accessible.
- Coordinate communication with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and other legal professionals.
- Assist with court filings, e-filing, and docket management.
- Monitor case deadlines and follow up on outstanding tasks to keep matters progressing efficiently.
- Conduct legal research and assist with gathering information and documentation as needed.
- Provide general administrative support to attorneys and the legal team.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
