Position: Legal Assistant / Paralegal (LA 0301)
Location: Los Angeles, CA 90067
Industry Type: Law Firm
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Legal Assistant/Paralegal to support our Litigation practice group. This role is critical in enhancing attorney efficiency by managing case information, coordinating legal processes, and assisting with client interactions.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. This position requires tracking and recording billable time.
Key Responsibilities
Administrative & Client Support
- Manage client intake, including file opening and engagement documentation
- Handle general client correspondence
- Maintain confidentiality of client information
- Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys
Calendar & Coordination
- Schedule meetings, videoconferences, and conference calls
- Manage attorneys’ calendars and contacts via Outlook
- Coordinate with external vendors and litigation support teams
Billing & Financial Tasks
- Enter time for timekeepers and generate reports
- Process expense reports and check requests
- Assist with accounts receivable (AR) follow-ups
Case & Document Management
- Maintain physical and electronic files
- Organize pleadings, correspondence, and discovery documents
- Assist with document review and large-volume productions
- Retrieve and manage documents from databases
Litigation Support
- Assist with case docketing and tracking deadlines
- Prepare and finalize pleadings for State and Federal court filings
- Support deposition preparation (binders, exhibits, etc.)
- Assist with trial preparation (exhibits, witness binders, demonstratives)
- Provide in-trial support (jury selection, exhibit handling, witness coordination)
Legal Research
- Conduct legal research as needed
Time Tracking
- Track and record billable and non-billable hours
Additional Duties
- Perform other responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of complex commercial litigation experience in a law firm
- Strong knowledge of State and Federal e-filing systems (preferred)
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- High attention to detail and ability to multitask
- Strong communication and coordination skills
Benefits
- Subsidized health insurance premiums
- Firm-paid HSA contributions ($600 – $1,200 annually)
- 100% employer-paid dental and vision (employee coverage)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Dependent Care options
- Life Insurance (firm-paid)
- Long-Term Disability Insurance (firm-paid)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 11 paid holidays (2026)
- Generous PTO
- 401(k) with Traditional & Roth options + discretionary firm match
