Description

Boutique law firm has an immediate opening for a Legal Assistant with 2+ years of civil litigation experience to support attorneys through all phases of the litigation lifecycle. This role requires a highly organized professional who can manage competing deadlines, maintain case files, and provide strong administrative and litigation support in a fast-paced environment. The firm is able to offer mentorship and growth opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support attorneys in all phases of civil litigation from case inception through trial and resolution

• Prepare, format, proofread, and file legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery, correspondence, and court filings

• Manage case calendars, deadlines, hearings, depositions, and trial-related dates

• Maintain and organize physical and electronic case files

• Coordinate service of process, court filings, and document production

• Assist with discovery, including organizing documents, preparing responses, and tracking deadlines

• Prepare trial binders, exhibits, witness files, and other trial preparation materials

• Communicate with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and vendors in a professional manner

• Provide general administrative support to attorneys and litigation teams as needed

  Requirements

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of civil litigation experience required

• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures, court rules, and legal document formatting

• Experience supporting attorneys throughout the full litigation lifecycle

• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal case management systems preferred

• Ability to work fully on-site in San Jose, California required

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