Legal Assistant

Career Consulting Partners has partnered with an established firm with offices in five major commercial centers across the state of California. For over 70 years, they have kept pace with California’s growth, and with more than 100 attorneys, they have the resources and experience to offer the highest quality representation in a wide variety of legal matters. We are seeking a motivated and experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to join our growing firm. 

THE ROLE:

We are seeking a highly skilled Litigation Legal Secretary with a strong background in supporting attorneys in real estate, business litigation, and professional liability defense. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with federal, state, and appellate court filings, e-filing, and calendaring, along with top-tier administrative and organizational skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare and file legal documents in compliance with federal, state, and appellate court rules 
• Handle e-filing across multiple court systems
• Maintain attorney calendars and deadlines with precision
• Draft, format, and proofread legal documents, including Tables of Contents and Authorities
• Manage correspondence, scheduling, and document organization using iManage or a similar document management system
• Support attorneys with transactional real estate matters as needed

REQUIREMENTS:

• Extensive litigation experience supporting attorneys in real estate, business litigation, or professional liability defense
• Knowledge of court filing procedures at all levels
  Strong proofreading, writing, and attention to detail skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word (2010+), Outlook, and document management systems
• Experience with CompuLaw, Best Authority, Adobe Pro, and CCC Macros is a plus
• Highly organized, proactive, and deadline-driven

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

• Retirement: 401(k) plan with annual employer contribution; employee deferrals
• Medical (HMO/PPO options), dental, and vision coverage; Dependent coverage,
  Domestic partner coverage is available
• Group and supplemental life insurance options are available
• Long-term disability and long-term care insurance options are available
• Employee wellbeing initiatives, including EAP professional counseling and referral
  services
• Competitive vacation and sick leave, paid firm holidays
• Monthly travel and/or parking allowance offered
• Events for holidays, birthday commemorations, special staff acknowledgments, and
  annual events
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)/Plans – Sections 125 and 132 plans available
• On-boarding and in-house training programs, continuing learning, and professional growth and development opportunities
• Compensation: $90,000 - $105,000

LOCATION:

• Costa Mesa, CA (92626)
• Hybrid

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