Legal Assistant - IP Litigation (Plaintiff/Defense)
Location: San Diego, CA
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Salary: Up to $95,000 (DOE)
Work Model: Hybrid (up to four remote days per month)
About the Role
Our firm is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support a busy IP Litigation practice (plaintiff and defense). This role is a critical part of the litigation team, providing high-level administrative and organizational support to multiple attorneys handling complex, high-stakes matters. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and thrives in a fast-paced law firm environment while maintaining discretion and professionalism at all times.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft, format, proofread, and finalize legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and discovery responses
- Electronically file documents in state and federal courts in compliance with applicable rules and deadlines
- Serve as a professional point of contact for clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and vendors
- Respond to inquiries and accurately relay messages to attorneys in a timely manner
- Manage and maintain attorneys' calendars, including court dates, depositions, client meetings, and internal deadlines
- Schedule and confirm appointments with clients, witnesses, court reporters, and other third parties
- Track key deadlines and proactively follow up on outstanding tasks to ensure timely completion
- Prepare expense reports and assist with billing-related documentation
- Provide ad hoc administrative support as needed
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent (Bachelor's degree preferred)
- 5+ years of litigation experience, ideally supporting multiple attorneys
- Prior experience in a mid-size to large law firm or comparable legal environment
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Experience with legal document management systems (e.g., iManage)
- Solid understanding of legal terminology, litigation processes, and court procedures
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.