Litigation/Legal Assistant

CDF Labor Law • San Diego, CA

1d • $41 - $46 • Hybrid

About The Position

CDF Labor Law LLP is seeking a full-time Litigation/Legal Assistant for its San Diego office. The assistant will be an integral member of the legal team, managing litigation cases for assigned attorneys from start to conclusion and supporting three attorney desks. The role requires exceptional word-processing ability, strong technical and written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize competing tasks professionally.

The position reports to the Director of Legal Operations and the Office Managing Partner. It is office-based 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 has represented employers in California for 30 years in employment, labor, and business immigration matters, including 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 within the legal profession.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience as a Litigation/Legal Assistant in a litigation environment.
• Experience with calendaring and researching court rules, local rules, and judges’ rules.
• Ability to cross-check 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.

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 assigned attorneys from start to conclusion.
• Provide support to three attorneys’ desks.
• Calendar deadlines and cross-check calendaring using applicable software.
• Research court rules, local rules, and judges’ rules.
• Prepare and file court documents in state and federal courts, including creating tables of authority, bookmarking exhibits, redacting, and Bates stamping.
• Arrange travel and prepare expense reports.
• Enter attorney timesheets.
• Perform other administrative duties as assigned.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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