Alkar Human Resources
Civil Litigation Legal Assistant
Fairfield, California•Full-time
$24 - $26 hourly
$24 - $26 hourly
About the Job
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare, format, proofread, and file legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery documents, and correspondence.
- Manage attorney calendars, court deadlines, hearings, and appointments.
- Electronically file and serve documents in California state courts.
- Organize, maintain, and update litigation case files and confidential client records.
- Coordinate depositions, mediations, hearings, and meetings.
- Assist with discovery requests, responses, and document production.
- Communicate professionally with clients, attorneys, court personnel, and opposing counsel.
- Monitor important deadlines and ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.
- Provide general administrative and clerical support to litigation attorneys.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Previous legal assistant experience, preferably in civil litigation.
- Knowledge of California court rules, filing procedures, and legal terminology.
- Experience preparing pleadings, motions, discovery documents, and other legal correspondence.
- Familiarity with electronic court filing and service procedures.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and document management systems.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management.
- Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet strict deadlines.
- Professional demeanor and commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative legal team.