Legal Assistant

The Opportunity

We are GROWING so we're seeking an experienced Legal Assistant / Employment Litigation to support our attorneys with case management and litigation tasks in discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wage/hour cases. This role is perfect for a detail-oriented, reliable professional who knows how to manage pleadings, filings, and discovery in California employment litigation.

You'll enjoy flexible hours, hybrid remote work, and the opportunity to be part of a small, high-quality team where your contributions directly impact our clients' lives.

What You'll Do

• Prepare and format pleadings, discovery responses, and other legal documents with precision and attention to California court requirements

• File and serve documents in California state and federal courts, including e-filing through court portals

• Manage calendars, deadlines, and case timelines to ensure nothing falls through the cracks

• Organize and maintain case files (both electronic and paper) with meticulous recordkeeping

• Assist with trial preparation, exhibits, and client correspondence to support attorneys in delivering winning outcomes

• Support attorneys with research, document review, and administrative tasks as needed to keep cases moving forward efficiently

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• 25 years of litigation support experience (employment law strongly preferred)

• Working knowledge of California court filing procedures and local rules for both state and federal courts

• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and Google Workspace

• Familiarity with Smokeball, Clio, or similar legal case management software

• Strong written communication skills with excellent grammar and formatting abilities

• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail that ensures accuracy in every document

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities with sound judgment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Relativity, Everchron, or other document management tools

• Prior work in a small firm or plaintiff-side practice environment

• Background specifically in employment litigation (discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage/hour cases)

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly Rate: $30.00 - $36.00 per hour, depending on experience

Schedule: Full or Part-time 25- 40 hours per week 

(flexible scheduling available)

Work Environment: Hybrid /remote enjoy the flexibility of working from home while maintaining connection with the team.

Benefits (for full-time employees):

• Health insurance coverage

• Paid time off to recharge and maintain work-life balance

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match