Legal Assistant- Litigation

Connect Staffing, Inc.

Legal Assistant- Litigation

Irvine, CA +1 location
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Connect Staffing is working exclusively with a respected law firm to fill a Legal Assistant opening in Los Angeles, CA. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled litigation assistant to join a collegial team and play a key role in supporting attorneys on complex civil litigation matters.

    What You’ll Do:

    • Prepare, format, and proofread pleadings, motions, discovery, and correspondence for state and federal filings (including CM/ECF).

    • Handle e-filing in federal, state, and appellate courts.

    • Manage attorney calendars, deadlines, and case progression.

    • Open and maintain client files, ensuring compliance with firm procedures.

    • Provide high-level administrative support, including scheduling, travel arrangements, expense tracking, and time entry.

    • Assist with client communications while maintaining strict confidentiality.

    What We’re Looking For:

    • Minimum of 5+ years of civil litigation experience in a law firm setting.

    • Strong knowledge of state and federal court rules and filing procedures.

    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

    • Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities.

    • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, iManage, ChromeRiver, BestAuthority, etc.

    • Labor & Employment experience is a plus.

    Details:

    • Hours: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (overtime may be required during peak times, with OT pay).

    • Location: Los Angeles, CA (hybrid schedule with onsite parking).

  • Compensation
    $90,000-$110,000 per year
  • Locations
    Irvine, CA • Los Angeles, CA