Litigation Legal Assistant (Irvine)
18400 Von Karman Avenue Suite 800 Irvine, CA 92612 US
Job Description
Our client, a prestigious law firm, is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to join their team in Irvine, CA!
Key Responsibilities:
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Draft, edit, proofread, and finalize a variety of legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and discovery materials.
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Electronically file legal documents with state and federal courts, ensuring adherence to all filing requirements and deadlines.
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Serve as a key liaison for clients, opposing counsel, court staff, and external vendors.
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Answer phone calls and respond to inquiries, accurately relaying messages to attorneys in a timely manner.
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Manage and maintain attorneys’ calendars, scheduling hearings, depositions, client meetings, and critical deadlines.
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Coordinate and confirm appointments with clients, witnesses, and court reporters.
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Prepare and submit expense reports and assist with time entry and billing processes.
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Track deadlines and follow up on outstanding tasks to ensure timely completion.
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Provide general administrative support and handle additional tasks as assigned.
Qualifications and Skills:
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High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
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Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience as a litigation legal assistant, preferably in a mid-size to large law firm.
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Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
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Experience with document management systems (e.g., iManage).
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Strong knowledge of legal procedures, terminology, and court rules.
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Exceptional organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines with a high level of accuracy.
The Phoenix Group Advisors is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. We strive to attract talented individuals from all backgrounds and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.
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