Legal Assistant

Position Overview Matura Farrington is currently recruiting for an experienced **Litigation Legal Assistant** to join a well-established law firm in San Francisco. This opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented legal professional who enjoys supporting attorneys throughout all stages of litigation and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive administrative and litigation support, including court filings, calendaring, document preparation, case management, and trial preparation. The position requires strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, and a solid understanding of California litigation procedures. This opportunity offers a competitive salary, a flexible hybrid schedule, a 35-hour workweek, and a comprehensive benefits package. Key Responsibilities * Provide administrative and litigation support to attorneys handling a variety of civil litigation matters. * Draft, revise, format, and proofread pleadings, motions, correspondence, discovery documents, and other legal materials. * Prepare and submit electronic filings in California state and federal courts, ensuring compliance with applicable court rules and deadlines. * Maintain attorney calendars, track critical litigation deadlines, and coordinate with docketing personnel to ensure timely completion of filings and case-related activities. * Assist with new matter intake, file setup, case organization, and administrative procedures associated with closing matters. * Coordinate depositions, hearings, conferences, and other litigation proceedings, including arrangements for court reporters, interpreters, and videographers. * Organize and maintain electronic and physical case files, including pleadings, discovery materials, deposition transcripts, and supporting documentation. * Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and other parties regarding scheduling, case documentation, and procedural matters. * Assist attorneys with discovery management, including organizing incoming discovery materials and distributing documents to appropriate team members. * Support motion preparation by assembling exhibits, preparing tables of contents and authorities, and ensuring documents meet filing requirements. * Assist with trial preparation, including organizing trial exhibits, preparing binders, coordinating witnesses and experts, and compiling supporting materials. * Manage attorney correspondence, incoming communications, scheduling, and other administrative responsibilities as needed. * Perform additional case-related assignments and special projects to support the litigation team. Qualifications * **3–5+ years of litigation legal assistant or legal secretary experience** within a law firm environment. * Prior experience supporting plaintiff-side litigation matters, particularly personal injury or medical malpractice, is highly desirable. * Strong understanding of California civil litigation procedures, court rules, and filing requirements. * Demonstrated experience with electronic filing in state and federal courts. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Outlook, and Excel. * Experience with legal calendaring and deadline management software; familiarity with CompuLaw is a plus. * Excellent proofreading, document formatting, and written communication skills. * Ability to manage multiple competing priorities while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines. * Strong interpersonal skills and a professional, client-service-oriented approach. * Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and other legal support professionals. * College degree preferred but not required. Compensation & Benefits * **Competitive salary:** $90,000–$115,000 annually, depending on experience * **Hybrid flexibility:** 2 days in the office and 3 days working remotely * **35-hour workweek** * Medical, dental, and vision insurance * 401(k) retirement plan * Paid time off