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Legal Assistant

United States, Emeryville 30.00 - 45.00 USD / Hour · Job Posted March 01, 2026
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Congenial law firm is seeking a REMOTE part-time Legal Assistant to join their Bay Area team. This role requires someone who is detail-oriented, with extensive experience in litigation support and a strong understanding of legal procedures. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing critical tasks efficiently. This role will ideally be 20-25 hours/week.

Job Responsibility

  • Prepare and assemble motions, tables of contents, and tables of authorities with precision and accuracy
  • Handle electronic court filings across various platforms while ensuring compliance with legal requirements
  • Manage litigation calendars to track important deadlines and court dates effectively
  • Coordinate and organize court filings to support attorneys in ongoing cases
  • Maintain detailed documentation and records related to litigation processes
  • Collaborate with attorneys and other legal staff to ensure seamless workflow and task completion
  • Provide administrative support in civil litigation matters, including document formatting and proofreading
  • Monitor and prioritize tasks to meet strict deadlines and deliver high-quality work
  • Adapt to changing workloads and take on additional hours when necessary

Requirements

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience as a litigation assistant
  • Proficiency in e-filing systems and familiarity with court filing procedures
  • Strong understanding of civil litigation processes and legal documentation
  • Exceptional organizational and calendar management skills
  • Ability to prepare tables of contents and authorities with high attention to detail
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Capability to work independently and efficiently in a fast-paced legal environment
  • Flexibility to adjust hours based on workload and team needs

What we offer

  • medical
  • vision
  • dental
  • life and disability insurance
  • company 401(k) plan
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