Litigation/Legal Assistant

CDF Labor Law • Irvine, CA

2d • $41 - $46 • Hybrid

About The Position

CDF Labor Law LLP is seeking a full-time Litigation/Legal Assistant for its Orange County office in Irvine, California. The position supports three attorneys and manages litigation cases from start to conclusion. The assistant is expected to be detail-oriented, technically proficient, and able to communicate effectively and prioritize competing tasks with poise and professionalism. The position reports to the Director of Legal Operations and Office Managing Partner.

The role is based in the office five days per week, with a hybrid schedule available after a successful 90-day onboarding period. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with an unpaid lunch period of 45 minutes or one hour.

CDF Labor Law LLP is a California firm focused on employment, labor, and business immigration law. It represents employers in single-plaintiff and class action lawsuits and advises employers on legal compliance and risk avoidance. The firm states its commitment to supporting and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the legal profession.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience as a Litigation/Legal Assistant in a litigation environment.
• Experience with calendaring, researching court rules, local rules, and judge's rules, and cross-checking calendaring using software such as eDockets, Milana, or Compulaw.
• Experience with e-filing in both state and federal courts, including creating tables of authority, bookmarking exhibits, redacting, and Bates stamping.
• Critical thinking, attention to detail, proofreading, and multitasking skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 programs, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Exceptional word-processing skills and strong technical, written, and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Labor and employment experience is preferred, but not required for the right candidate.
• Some college coursework is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation cases for attorneys from start to conclusion.
• Support three attorneys.
• Calendar litigation deadlines and cross-check calendaring using calendaring software.
• Research court rules, local rules, and judge's rules.
• Perform e-filing in state and federal courts, including creating tables of authority, bookmarking exhibits, redacting, and Bates stamping.
• Arrange travel.
• Prepare expense reports.
• Enter attorney timesheets.
• Perform other administrative duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and incentives
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible spending
• Firm-paid EAP, telemedicine, life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability
• 401(k)
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave program
• Fun events and firm perks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED