Litigation Legal Assistant- 3562803

Job Title: Litigation Legal Assistant

Location: San Diego, 92121

Salary/Payrate: $85K-$115K

Work Environment: Hybrid, (3 days in office/2 remote)

Term: Direct Hire

Bachelor’s degree required: No

Referral Fee: AMS will pay $500 should the person you refer gets
hired

JOB DESCRIPTION

Litigation Legal Assistant

Summary

Our client, an esteemed international law firm, is seeking a
Litigation Legal Assistant to provide high-level legal and
administrative support to attorneys. This role serves as a
trusted partner in managing day-to-day operations, coordinating
litigation matters, and facilitating communication across clients
and internal teams. The position is critical to ensuring
efficient, accurate, and seamless support of a fast-paced
litigation practice.

Key Responsibilities

* Case & Workflow Management: Coordinate, track, and execute
litigation tasks, deadlines, and projects
* Communication: Serve as primary liaison for attorneys, clients,
and internal teams
* Team Support: Delegate, oversee, and collaborate with legal
support staff; provide mentorship and feedback
* Document Management: Draft, edit, proofread, and manage legal
documents, filings, and correspondence
* Research & Preparation: Conduct research and compile materials
for case preparation and briefings
* Meetings & Logistics: Organize meetings, prepare
agendas/materials, and manage follow-ups
* Billing & Admin: Oversee billing processes, prebills, expenses,
and time entry; act as attorney proxy for inquiries
* Calendar & Travel: Manage complex scheduling, resolve
conflicts, and coordinate travel arrangements

Skills & Competencies

* Strong communication, organization, and multitasking abilities
* High attention to detail with sound judgment and discretion
* Proactive, adaptable, and solution-oriented
* Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced
environment
* Collaborative with strong interpersonal skills

Technical Skills

* Proficient in legal software, case management, and research
tools
* Advanced Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
* Experience with document management and billing systems
* Familiar with virtual collaboration tools (Zoom, Teams) and AI
tools

Education & Experience

* High school diploma required; bachelor’s preferred
* 5+ years in legal or executive administrative support
* Experience supporting litigation attorneys or senior leadership
preferred