Litigation Administrative Assistant

Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough, LLP•San Diego, CA

26d•$70,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

Nelson Mullins, an Am Law 100 firm, is seeking a Litigation Administrative Assistant to join our collaborative team in our San Diego office. In this role, you’ll play a key part in supporting attorneys and paralegals on a variety of complex commercial, civil, and defense litigation matters. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to provide high-level legal and administrative support while working alongside talented colleagues in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Requirements

At least four years of recent State and Federal litigation experience in a law firm environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong writing and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting attorneys through all phases of litigation, including trial preparation and attendance.
Experience with document management systems.
Experience with docketing systems.
Experience with billing or time entry programs.

Responsibilities

Assisting with the management of each attorney’s caseload by maintaining attorney calendars, making travel arrangements, and processing monthly expense reports.
Preparing, revising, and finalizing correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents.
Performing electronic filing (e-filing) in various courts and jurisdictions.
Scheduling depositions, mediations, and other client meetings.
Communicating with clients as necessary.
Running conflict checks.
Opening new client/matter engagements.
Maintaining electronic files.
Setting up billing requirements for clients.
Maintaining and updating contacts.
Assisting with billing and client invoices.
Handling other clerical assignments as delegated.