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Our client is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant with 5–10 years of litigation support experience to join their San Jose office. This role will provide high-level administrative and legal support to attorneys while contributing to the overall organization and efficiency of the team. The ideal candidate is comfortable in a paperless environment and able to adapt to the individual working styles of multiple attorneys.
Job Responsibility
Provide day-to-day legal and administrative support to a group of attorneys
Draft, revise, and proofread a high volume of legal documents, including pleadings, correspondence, and complex filings (TOCs/TOAs)
Handle court filings in both state and federal courts, including electronic filing systems
Manage calendars, including scheduling hearings, depositions, deadlines, and meetings
track court rules and filing requirements
Assist with trial preparation and support as needed
Support paralegals with file organization and maintaining case records
Coordinate travel arrangements and process expense reports
Perform administrative duties such as billing support, client correspondence, and reporting
Requirements
5–10 years of experience in a litigation legal assistant or legal secretary role
Strong working knowledge of state and federal court filing procedures, including e-filing
Highly organized with strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to prioritize, anticipate needs, and work both independently and collaboratively
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Experience with document management systems such as iManage or similar
Strong proofreading skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage confidential information with discretion