LEGAL ASSISTANT in San Diego

Job Description

Legal Assistant - San Diego, CA

A highly regarded law firm is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to support its San Diego office. This is a key role providing primary support to the Managing Partner and two additional partners on a busy litigation desk. The firm is looking for a proactive, detail-oriented professional who can thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage deadlines effectively, and communicate with confidence. This position offers the chance to work on complex business litigation matters while being part of a collaborative, supportive team.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide litigation support to three attorneys
• Draft, prepare, and file pleadings and documents in state and federal courts
• Maintain case calendars, manage deadlines, and track case milestones
• Assist with case management, including organization of documents and discovery
• Format, edit, and finalize legal documents (Word, Adobe Pro; including TOCs & TOAs)
• Communicate with clients and opposing counsel as needed
• Coordinate administrative overflow support and resources for the desk

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience as a litigation legal assistant
• Experience with business litigation required; healthcare litigation experience a plus
• Strong knowledge of state and federal court filings and procedures
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized, proactive, with strong ownership of deadlines and follow-through
• Strong technical skills, including iManage (preferred), Adobe Pro, and advanced Word formatting
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and maintain attention to detail

Why Join

• Competitive compensation $98,000–$112,000 DOE
  
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plan
• Hybrid flexibility (1 remote day per week after 45 days)
• Opportunity to support high-level partners on sophisticated litigation matters
• Collaborative, professional, and supportive work environment

To learn more about this or any other of our open positions, email Carolina Ries at carolina.ries@gogpac.com or call/text 605-679-4241. All communication will be kept confidential. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.