Senior Legal Assistant - Business & Commercial Litigation
Pay: $87,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Job description:
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
• Support sophisticated business and commercial litigation matters at a nationally respected AmLaw 200 firm
• Hybrid schedule that balances in-office collaboration with remote flexibility
• Work alongside experienced attorneys on complex, high-profile state and federal cases
• Join a firm widely recognized for diversity, inclusion, and professional excellence
• Competitive compensation, bonus potential, and long-term career stability
Location
• Hybrid role in downtown San Diego with a consistent 3 days in-office and 2 days remote schedule
Note
• Must have 7+ years of experience supporting attorneys in business or commercial litigation
• Hands-on state and federal e-filing experience required
About Our Client
Our client is a highly respected, full-service AmLaw 200 business and litigation law firm with approximately 200 attorneys nationwide. Known for exceptional client service, attorney diversity, and complex legal work, the firm partners closely with clients across industries to solve sophisticated legal challenges and drive long-term success. This is an inclusive, growth-oriented environment where legal professionals build lasting careers.
Job Description
• Draft, format, and finalize pleadings, discovery, motions, subpoenas, and litigation correspondence
• Handle state and federal e-filing independently without third-party filing services
• Maintain attorney calendars and manage critical litigation deadlines
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and opposing counsel
• Support multiple attorneys with varying work styles and priorities
• Assist with preparation for mediations, arbitrations, and trial proceedings
• Provide high-level administrative support on complex business and commercial litigation matters
Qualifications
• 7+ years of legal assistant or legal secretary experience in business or commercial litigation
• Strong working knowledge of state and federal court procedures and filing requirements
• Experience supporting high-volume, complex civil litigation practices
• Bankruptcy litigation experience is a plus but not required
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and responsive in fast-paced environments
• Comfortable supporting multiple attorneys simultaneously
Why You'll Love Working Here
• Hybrid flexibility with a predictable schedule
• Collegial, collaborative litigation team
• Exposure to challenging, meaningful legal work
• Firm-wide commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Excellent benefits, profit-sharing 401(k), wellness programs, and generous time off
JPC-532
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
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Job description:
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
• Support sophisticated business and commercial litigation matters at a nationally respected AmLaw 200 firm
• Hybrid schedule that balances in-office collaboration with remote flexibility
• Work alongside experienced attorneys on complex, high-profile state and federal cases
• Join a firm widely recognized for diversity, inclusion, and professional excellence
• Competitive compensation, bonus potential, and long-term career stability
Location
• Hybrid role in downtown San Diego with a consistent 3 days in-office and 2 days remote schedule
Note
• Must have 7+ years of experience supporting attorneys in business or commercial litigation
• Hands-on state and federal e-filing experience required
About Our Client
Our client is a highly respected, full-service AmLaw 200 business and litigation law firm with approximately 200 attorneys nationwide. Known for exceptional client service, attorney diversity, and complex legal work, the firm partners closely with clients across industries to solve sophisticated legal challenges and drive long-term success. This is an inclusive, growth-oriented environment where legal professionals build lasting careers.
Job Description
• Draft, format, and finalize pleadings, discovery, motions, subpoenas, and litigation correspondence
• Handle state and federal e-filing independently without third-party filing services
• Maintain attorney calendars and manage critical litigation deadlines
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and opposing counsel
• Support multiple attorneys with varying work styles and priorities
• Assist with preparation for mediations, arbitrations, and trial proceedings
• Provide high-level administrative support on complex business and commercial litigation matters
Qualifications
• 7+ years of legal assistant or legal secretary experience in business or commercial litigation
• Strong working knowledge of state and federal court procedures and filing requirements
• Experience supporting high-volume, complex civil litigation practices
• Bankruptcy litigation experience is a plus but not required
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and responsive in fast-paced environments
• Comfortable supporting multiple attorneys simultaneously
Why You'll Love Working Here
• Hybrid flexibility with a predictable schedule
• Collegial, collaborative litigation team
• Exposure to challenging, meaningful legal work
• Firm-wide commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Excellent benefits, profit-sharing 401(k), wellness programs, and generous time off
JPC-532
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
Apply tot his job
Apply To this Job