Litigation/Legal Assistant (SD)

CDF Labor Law•San Diego, CA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

CDF Labor Law LLP is seeking a full-time Litigation/Legal Assistant for its San Diego office. The assistant will support three attorneys and manage litigation cases from start to conclusion, serving as a point person for case-related work. The role requires strong word-processing, technical, written, and verbal communication skills, along with the ability to prioritize competing tasks professionally. The position reports to the Director of Legal Operations and the Office Managing Partner. The position is in-office five days a week during a 90-day onboarding period, with a hybrid schedule available after successful completion. Work 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. Duties also include travel arrangements, expense reports, attorney timesheets, and other administrative tasks as assigned. CDF Labor Law LLP represents employers 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 diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourages interest from diverse candidates.

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.
Some college coursework.

Responsibilities

Manage litigation cases for attorneys from start to conclusion.
Provide support to three attorneys.
Calendar deadlines and cross-check calendaring using docketing software.
Research court rules, local rules, and judges’ rules.
Prepare and submit e-filings in state and federal courts.
Create tables of authority, bookmark exhibits, redact documents, and apply Bates stamps.
Arrange travel, prepare expense reports, and enter attorney timesheets.
Perform other administrative duties as assigned.