Job Title: Bilingual Civil Litigation Legal Assistant (English/Spanish)
Position Summary:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Bilingual Civil Litigation Legal Assistant with a minimum of 3 years of experience to support attorneys in all phases of civil litigation. The ideal candidate is fluent in both English and Spanish, possesses strong communication skills, and thrives in a fast-paced legal environment.
This position is based in El Segundo with a hybrid work schedule requiring a minimum of one in-office day per week.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to litigation attorneys
- Draft, format, and proofread legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery, and correspondence
- File documents in state and federal courts (including e-filing)
- Manage case calendars, deadlines, and court dates to ensure compliance
- Coordinate depositions, mediations, hearings, and client meetings
- Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and vendors in both English and Spanish
- Assist with discovery processes, including organizing, reviewing, and summarizing documents
- Maintain and organize case files (electronic and physical)
- Translate legal documents and interpret for Spanish-speaking clients as needed
- Conduct basic legal research as directed
Qualifications:
- Minimum 3+ years of experience as a legal assistant in civil litigation
- Fluency in English and Spanish (written and verbal) required
- Strong knowledge of court procedures, rules, and e-filing systems
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal case management software
- Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Strong interpersonal and client service skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times
Work Environment:
- Fast-paced, deadline-driven legal setting
- Collaborative team environment with direct attorney interaction
- Hybrid schedule with at least one in-office day per week
Compensation & Benefits:
- Hourly pay range: $32–$37 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications
- Health, dental, and vision coverage with employee premiums paid in full; optional PPO upgrades available
- Retirement savings plan with safe harbor employer contribution plus discretionary employer match
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
- Paid jury duty and leave to vote
- Paid parking and a casual dress office environment
- Supportive team culture with a strong focus on cross-team training and collaboration
- Hybrid in-person and remote work flexibility
Apply Confidentially
If you are interested in making a change, you can confidentially submit your resume to:
Brianna Schlick
📧 Brianna.Schlick@gogpac.com
📱 Call or Text: 605-705-3958
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.
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