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We are looking for a Legal Assistant to provide contract support to a busy legal team in San Diego, California. This Contract position will assist with time-sensitive family formation matters, helping the firm manage active casework and maintain progress on filings and documentation during a contract coverage period. The ideal candidate brings law firm experience, strong organizational judgment, and the ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment.
Job Responsibility:
Prepare and revise surrogacy-related legal documents, including agreements used at the beginning of a matter
Support post-pregnancy legal proceedings by assembling materials needed to establish parenthood through the court system
Submit pleadings and other case documents through electronic filing platforms while tracking deadlines and filing requirements
Organize, review, and maintain case records to ensure documentation is accurate, complete, and readily accessible
Assist attorneys with court-related preparation and attend proceedings when needed
Coordinate with legal staff to help reduce case backlog and keep active San Diego matters moving forward
Use Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, to manage information and support daily legal operations
Requirements:
At least 2 years of experience working in a law firm environment
Demonstrated knowledge of court procedures and electronic court filing practices
Strong attention to detail with the ability to handle sensitive legal documents accurately
Clear and confident communication skills with a collaborative approach to team-based work
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in an active legal setting
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel
Nice to have:
Experience in fertility, surrogacy, or related family law matters is helpful but not required